Modern creation, possibly meaning great prosperity or born of fire
Keneshia is a modern American name likely created as a rhythmic elaboration of Ken or Kene. It is often associated with the African American naming tradition of the late 20th century, combining melodic sounds with roots that may hint at the Celtic 'Kenneth' or the Swahili 'Kenesha'.
Less common today
Keneshia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,889 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
