Lakessha is of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "lakishi" meaning "to rejoice". This name has been popularized by its use in hip hop culture and has gained significant recognition worldwide. It typically consists of two syllables: /ˌlɑːkɛʃə/. Spelling variations include Lakesha, Lakeisha, Lakiesha, and others, but the most common form is Lakessha.
Lakessha had five births in 1978 with no other recorded years, making the total number of births five for that year alone.