Myesha
Myesha is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Life, living, or alive.
Origin and history
Myesha is a modern variant of the Arabic name Aisha or A'isha. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a rhythmic given name. While its usage has declined recently, it remains an established contemporary choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,392 babies in the United States have been named Myesha since 1880. It ranks #3046 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2089.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.6 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- LA (6 %)
- GA (5.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 508 |
| 1980-1990 | 955 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,395 |
| 2000-2010 | 443 |
| 2010-2019 | 79 |
| 2020-2029 | 12 |
Nicknames
Mye, Misha, Eesha
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Arabic root meaning 'to live' or 'life'.
- It developed in the late 20th century alongside other popular prefix additions to classic Arabic names.