Anisha Girl

Popularity: #918 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: uh-NEE-sha /əˈniːʃə/

Origin: Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning: Sanskrit: 'full of grace'; Hindi: 'brilliant'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Anisha has its roots in the Sanskrit language, where it is derived from the word "anīśa," meaning "without a lord" or "free from the lord." This etymological origin reflects a philosophical concept prevalent in ancient Indian texts, where the idea of divinity and autonomy is explored. The name has been adopted into various cultures, particularly in South Asia, and has been transliterated into different scripts, maintaining its original essence while adapting to local phonetics.

Historically, the name Anisha has been associated with various cultural and religious contexts in India. It appears in Hindu scriptures and is often linked to the qualities of brightness and light, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment.

The name has been borne by notable figures in literature and spirituality, contributing to its enduring presence in the cultural lexicon. The usage of Anisha can be traced back through centuries, with its presence in classical texts and its association with various deities and philosophical teachings.

Culturally, Anisha resonates with themes of independence and strength, often embodying the qualities of a strong, self-reliant individual. The name is sometimes linked to the concept of divine femininity, representing empowerment and wisdom.

In addition to its primary form, diminutive variations such as Anu may also be encountered, though Anisha remains the more recognized form. The name's significance is further enhanced by its melodic quality, making it a favored choice in various artistic expressions, including poetry and music, throughout its historical journey.

Famous people named Anisha

In this section, you will find notable people named Anisha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Anisha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Anisha who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Anisha Bhosle is a singer best known for her work in Indian playback music and her collaborations with various artists.

Anisha K. is a professional golfer best known for competing in the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Anisha, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

AnayaAarushiAditiAanyaAlishaAmaya

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Anisha. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AishaNishaTanishaRishaSaanviMishaTanishKanish

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Anisha was first seen in the United States in 1968.

Anisha has ranked as high as #2366 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, New York, New Jersey, Texas, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Anisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Anisha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Anisha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Anisha.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 30 30
2024 32 32
2023 40 40
2022 33 33
2021 36 36
2020 33 33
2019 36 36
2018 64 64
2017 67 67
2016 89 89
2015 82 82
2014 71 71
2013 75 75
2012 97 97
2011 85 85
2010 121 121
2009 104 104
2008 117 117
2007 93 93
2006 110 110
2005 129 129
2004 130 130
2003 142 142
2002 144 144
2001 120 120
2000 132 132
1999 98 98
1998 104 104
1997 116 116
1996 106 106
1995 126 126
1994 131 131
1993 134 134
1992 124 124
1991 102 102
1990 103 103
1989 87 87
1988 79 79
1987 81 81
1986 85 85
1985 75 75
1984 141 141
1983 83 83
1982 70 70
1981 72 72
1980 72 72
1979 54 54
1978 57 57
1977 57 57
1976 29 29
1975 34 34
1974 19 19
1973 17 17
1972 27 27
1971 20 20
1970 14 14
1969 12 12
1968 5 5

Top States for Anisha (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
50%
NY 5
50%