Anusha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-NOO-shah / əˈnuːʃəSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'brightness' or 'radiance'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anusha is a name of Sanskrit origin commonly used in India and among Hindu communities. It is often associated with auspiciousness and positivity. The name has cultural significance in various Indian traditions and is sometimes linked to the concept of beauty and light.
Trend Summary
Anusha has seen a steady presence in baby name trends in India, reflecting cultural preferences for traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anushka
- Anu
International Variants
- Anoushka (Russian)
- Anousha (Persian)
Famous people named Anusha
Anusha Dandekar is an Indian-Australian singer and television presenter known for her work in the Indian entertainment industry.
Anusha Sharma is an Indian actress and producer recognized for her roles in Bollywood films.
Anusha K. is a notable Indian author known for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Anusha R. is a prominent Indian entrepreneur who has made significant strides in the tech industry.
Fictional characters named Anusha
Anusha is a character in the Indian television series 'Kumkum Bhagya' known for her strong-willed personality.
Anusha appears in the novel 'The Palace of Illusions' as a supporting character in the retelling of the Mahabharata.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anusha was first seen in the United States in 1988. Anusha has ranked as high as #1249 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Anusha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anusha (2020)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1988 | 5 |
1991 | 10 |
1992 | 11 |
1993 | 11 |
1994 | 10 |
1995 | 13 |
1996 | 17 |
1997 | 28 |
1998 | 42 |
1999 | 52 |
2000 | 54 |
2001 | 66 |
2002 | 70 |
2003 | 72 |
2004 | 64 |
2005 | 66 |
2006 | 68 |
2007 | 66 |
2008 | 39 |
2009 | 61 |
2010 | 45 |
2011 | 42 |
2012 | 42 |
2013 | 23 |
2014 | 30 |
2015 | 26 |
2016 | 19 |
2017 | 22 |
2018 | 16 |
2019 | 16 |
2020 | 19 |
2021 | 9 |
2022 | 12 |
2023 | 10 |
2024 | 8 |