Mesha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MEH-sha /ˈmɛʃə/
Origin: Hebrew; Sanskrit
Meaning: Hebrew: 'gift'; Sanskrit: 'moon'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mesha has its roots in the ancient Semitic languages, deriving from the Hebrew name מֵישָׁע (Mēšāʿ), which translates to "deliverance" or "salvation." This name appears in various forms across different cultures and languages, including the Arabic form Misha, which also carries similar meanings. The transition of the name into English occurred through the influence of biblical texts, particularly during the translation of the Hebrew Bible into Greek (the Septuagint) and later into Latin, which subsequently influenced Old French and Middle English forms of the name.
Historically, Mesha is notably associated with the biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of 2 Kings, where Mesha was the king of Moab. This account, dating back to the 9th century BCE, highlights the significance of the name in ancient narratives.
Additionally, the name appears in the Mesha Stele, an important archaeological artifact from the 9th century BCE that provides insight into the history and culture of the Moabites, further solidifying the name's historical importance. Culturally, the name Mesha has resonated through various traditions, often symbolizing hope and divine intervention.
Its association with themes of deliverance has made it a meaningful choice in various contexts. The name has also seen adaptations and diminutives in different cultures, such as Misha in Slavic regions, which reflects its broader cultural impact.
Overall, Mesha's linguistic roots, historical milestones, and cultural significance contribute to its enduring legacy.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mesha was first seen in the United States in 1963.
Mesha has ranked as high as #3041 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, and North Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Mesha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mesha 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 Mesha 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 Mesha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 | 9 |
| 2008 | 13 | 13 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 13 | 13 |
| 2005 | 15 | 15 |
| 2004 | 12 | 12 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 |
| 2000 | 18 | 18 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 22 | 22 |
| 1997 | 22 | 22 |
| 1996 | 23 | 23 |
| 1995 | 18 | 18 |
| 1994 | 35 | 35 |
| 1993 | 36 | 36 |
| 1992 | 36 | 36 |
| 1991 | 38 | 38 |
| 1990 | 50 | 50 |
| 1989 | 40 | 40 |
| 1988 | 29 | 29 |
| 1987 | 37 | 37 |
| 1986 | 22 | 22 |
| 1985 | 27 | 27 |
| 1984 | 39 | 39 |
| 1983 | 34 | 34 |
| 1982 | 42 | 42 |
| 1981 | 45 | 45 |
| 1980 | 55 | 55 |
| 1979 | 44 | 44 |
| 1978 | 43 | 43 |
| 1977 | 31 | 31 |
| 1976 | 42 | 42 |
| 1975 | 25 | 25 |
| 1974 | 44 | 44 |
| 1973 | 21 | 21 |
| 1972 | 34 | 34 |
| 1971 | 19 | 19 |
| 1970 | 30 | 30 |
| 1969 | 12 | 12 |
| 1968 | 11 | 11 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Mesha (1992)
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 |