Isha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-sha / ˈiːʃəSanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'prosperous'; Hebrew: 'God is my salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Isha is often associated with the divine and is used in various spiritual contexts. The name is also found in Hebrew culture, where it carries significant religious connotations. It has gained popularity in various cultures due to its positive meanings. The name is commonly used in India and among Jewish communities.
Trend Summary
The name Isha has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ishaa
- Ishah
International Variants
- Isha (Hindi); Isha (Hebrew)
Famous people named Isha
Isha Ambani is an Indian businesswoman known for her role in the Reliance Industries.
Isha Koppikar is an Indian actress and model recognized for her work in Bollywood films.
Isha Talwar is an Indian actress known for her performances in Malayalam and Hindi cinema.
Isha Sesay is a British journalist and former CNN anchor known for her reporting on global issues.
Fictional characters named Isha
Isha is a character in the Indian television series 'Kumkum Bhagya', known for her complex relationships.
Isha is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where she appears as a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isha was first seen in the United States in 1960. Isha has ranked as high as #1167 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New Jersey, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Isha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 39 | |
| TX | 21 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| WA | 12 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| NJ | 9 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 44 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 51 |
| 1998 | 62 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 108 |
| 2001 | 193 |
| 2002 | 196 |
| 2003 | 167 |
| 2004 | 162 |
| 2005 | 158 |
| 2006 | 121 |
| 2007 | 137 |
| 2008 | 158 |
| 2009 | 175 |
| 2010 | 152 |
| 2011 | 178 |
| 2012 | 137 |
| 2013 | 143 |
| 2014 | 136 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 132 |
| 2017 | 134 |
| 2018 | 134 |
| 2019 | 164 |
| 2020 | 136 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2022 | 172 |
| 2023 | 209 |
| 2024 | 196 |