Tykesha is a female name with American English pronunciation pronounced as ty-KEE-shuh (/taɪˈkiːʃə/). It is also spelled as Tykeshia. The origin of the name Tykesha is uncertain, but it is believed to have African-American roots. While not widely popular, Tykesha has been given to a small number of newborn girls in the United States. The name appeared in the data for baby names since at least 1975, with varying levels of occurrences and ranks over the years. Despite its rarity, Tykesha carries a unique and distinctive sound that may appeal to parents looking for an uncommon name for their daughter.