Combination name; likely meaning the plus Nesha
Lanesha is a modern American creation, likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with the name Nesha. Nesha itself is often a diminutive of Agnes, meaning 'pure' or 'holy', or an independent name with roots in various cultures. It gained some visibility in the late 20th century as part of a trend of inventive, rhythmic names within African American communities.
Less common today
Lanesha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,827 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
