Nisa Girl

Popularity: #931 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NEE-sah /ˈniːsə/

Origin: Arabic; Persian

Meaning: Arabic: 'friendly'; Persian: 'pure'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Nisa has roots in Arabic, derived from the word "nisa'" (نساء), which means "women" or "female." This etymological origin reflects a broader cultural significance, as the term is often associated with femininity and womanhood in various Arabic-speaking societies. The name entered English through the influence of Arabic culture, particularly during the periods of the Crusades and the subsequent interactions between the Islamic world and Europe, which facilitated the exchange of names and ideas.

Historically, the name Nisa has been associated with various figures in Islamic tradition. One notable reference is found in the Quran, where Surah An-Nisa (Chapter of Women) addresses issues related to women’s rights and social justice, highlighting the importance of women in society.

This chapter, revealed in the 7th century, has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Islamic culture. Additionally, the name has been borne by several notable women throughout history, further embedding it within cultural narratives.

Culturally, Nisa embodies themes of strength and resilience, often celebrated in literature and poetry. The name is sometimes linked to the idea of nurturing and protection, resonating with traditional roles attributed to women in many societies.

In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, but Nisa itself remains a strong and independent name. Its historical and cultural associations have allowed it to maintain relevance across generations, symbolizing the enduring legacy of women in both familial and societal roles.

Famous people named Nisa

In this section, you will find notable people named Nisa. 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 Nisa who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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

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Nisa Sabyan is a singer best known for her performances in the genre of Islamic music and her viral hits on social media.

Nisa P. is a professional gamer best known for her participation in various esports tournaments and streaming on platforms like Twitch.

Fictional characters named Nisa

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Nisa is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. She is a key figure in the storyline, often associated with the character Link and the quest to save Hyrule.

Sibling suggestions

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

NinaMiraLilaSanaZara

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Nisa. 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.

NinaMiraLilaSanaRinaTinaKiraNaya

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Nisa was first seen in the United States in 1953.

Nisa has ranked as high as #2628 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Florida.

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

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Nisa 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 Nisa 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 Nisa.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 17 17
2024 26 26
2023 21 21
2022 21 21
2021 18 18
2020 18 18
2019 28 28
2018 24 24
2017 18 18
2016 27 27
2015 37 37
2014 25 25
2013 30 30
2012 28 28
2011 27 27
2010 18 18
2009 31 31
2008 28 28
2007 34 34
2006 33 33
2005 38 38
2004 48 48
2003 42 42
2002 46 46
2001 37 37
2000 54 54
1999 47 47
1998 43 43
1997 47 47
1996 39 39
1995 59 59
1994 57 57
1993 35 35
1992 72 72
1991 97 97
1990 43 43
1989 15 15
1988 12 12
1987 20 20
1986 20 20
1985 20 20
1984 12 12
1983 10 10
1982 13 13
1981 11 11
1980 13 13
1979 21 21
1978 16 16
1977 18 18
1976 12 12
1975 12 12
1974 19 19
1973 20 20
1972 19 19
1971 13 13
1970 24 24
1969 10 10
1968 10 10
1967 7 7
1966 11 11
1965 11 11
1964 6 6
1963 5 5
1962 7 7
1961 8 8
1960 6 6
1959 6 6
1958 5 5
1955 6 6
1953 5 5

Top States for Nisa (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
NY 5
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