Maisha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-sha / /ˈmaɪʃə/Swahili; Arabic
Meaning
Swahili: life; Arabic: a form of the name Maisha meaning 'living'
Historical & Cultural Background
Maisha is a name of Swahili origin, commonly used in East Africa. In Swahili, it signifies 'life' and reflects the cultural emphasis on vitality and existence. The name also has Arabic roots, where it is associated with the concept of living. It is often given to girls, symbolizing hope and new beginnings.
Trend Summary
Maisha has seen a steady presence in various communities, particularly among those with East African heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maisha
International Variants
- Maisha (Swahili); Maisha (Arabic)
Famous people named Maisha
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Fictional characters named Maisha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maisha was first seen in the United States in 1968. Maisha has ranked as high as #986 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Maisha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maisha (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 34 |
| 1972 | 64 |
| 1973 | 99 |
| 1974 | 100 |
| 1975 | 78 |
| 1976 | 81 |
| 1977 | 114 |
| 1978 | 75 |
| 1979 | 65 |
| 1980 | 60 |
| 1981 | 55 |
| 1982 | 49 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 24 |