Krisha
Krisha is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Divine, dark, or attractive.
Origin and history
Krisha is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin, often interpreted as a variant form derived from the root behind Krishna or meaning divine or attractive. In the United States, it gained steady use in the late 20th century and remains a moderately given name. It appeals to parents seeking a modern name with classical South Asian etymological roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,511 babies in the United States have been named Krisha since 1880. It ranks #3525 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1631.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.6 %)
- TX (24.5 %)
- NJ (21.9 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 42 |
| 1970-1980 | 332 |
| 1980-1990 | 298 |
| 1990-2000 | 207 |
| 2000-2010 | 397 |
| 2010-2019 | 765 |
| 2020-2029 | 470 |
Fun facts
- The name shares linguistic roots with the ancient Sanskrit term Krishna, denoting dark, attractive, or divine qualities.
- Over 2,500 baby girls in the United States have been named Krisha since official record-keeping began in 1880.