Cameshia is of African origin, derived from the Mandinka tribe's Camara clan. It means 'gentle and calm'. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s.
The name Cameshia saw its peak popularity in the late 1970s to early 1980s, with a particularly high number of births in 1979 and 1984. However, it is important to note that the total number of births for this name over the given period remains relatively low at 126.