Nisha
Nisha is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Night or dream.
Origin and history
Nisha is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning night. It is widely used in South Asia and among Indian diaspora communities worldwide. In the United States, it has been a moderately used, distinctive choice over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,994 babies in the United States have been named Nisha since 1880. It ranks #3243 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2008.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.3 %)
- NY (19.7 %)
- NJ (16.6 %)
- IL (10.8 %)
- TX (10.7 %)
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 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 457 |
| 1980-1990 | 846 |
| 1990-2000 | 803 |
| 2000-2010 | 520 |
| 2010-2019 | 216 |
| 2020-2029 | 93 |
Famous people named Nisha
- Nisha Ganatra: Director, Producer
Fun facts
- The name stems directly from the ancient Sanskrit word for night.
- It remains a timeless and popular feminine given name throughout India and South Asian communities.