Daneisha is of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'dania' meaning 'to be quiet'. It's a unique and attractive name that gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Spelling variations include Daneasha and Danesha.
"The name Daneisha experienced a significant rise in popularity between 1989 and its peak in 1994, with 34 births in 1990, followed by 46 in 1993, and reaching an all-time high of 66 in 1994. However, since then, the number of annual births named Daneisha has consistently decreased, with only 6 births each in 2011 and 2016."