Sasha Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAH-sha / ˈsæʃəRussian; Hebrew
Meaning
Russian: defender of mankind; Hebrew: helper
Historical & Cultural Background
Sasha is a diminutive of Alexander and Alexandra, commonly used in Russia and other Slavic countries. It has gained popularity in various cultures as a standalone name. The name reflects a sense of strength and protection, derived from its roots in Alexander, which means 'defender of the people'. In recent years, Sasha has become a popular choice in Western countries as well.
Trend Summary
Sasha has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sascha
- Sacha
International Variants
- Sacha (French)
- Sascha (German)
- Sasha (Ukrainian)
- Sasha (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Sasha
Sasha Lane is an American actress recognized for her role in the film 'American Honey'.
Sasha Obama is the younger daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Sasha Cohen is an American figure skater who won a silver medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics.
Fictional characters named Sasha
Sasha Blouse is a character in the anime and manga series 'Attack on Titan', known for her love of food.
Sasha Waybright is a character in the animated series 'Amphibia', known for her leadership skills and complex personality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sasha was first seen in the United States in 1956. Sasha has ranked as high as #282 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Sasha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sasha (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 59 | |
| CA | 56 | |
| NY | 43 | |
| FL | 38 | |
| PA | 21 | |
| NJ | 17 | |
| VA | 16 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| OR | 11 | |
| MD | 10 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| IL | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 33 |
| 1969 | 43 |
| 1970 | 64 |
| 1971 | 102 |
| 1972 | 149 |
| 1973 | 271 |
| 1974 | 248 |
| 1975 | 228 |
| 1976 | 249 |
| 1977 | 315 |
| 1978 | 402 |
| 1979 | 390 |
| 1980 | 633 |
| 1981 | 491 |
| 1982 | 434 |
| 1983 | 531 |
| 1984 | 466 |
| 1985 | 598 |
| 1986 | 1,159 |
| 1987 | 1,802 |
| 1988 | 1,886 |
| 1989 | 1,698 |
| 1990 | 1,490 |
| 1991 | 1,002 |
| 1992 | 948 |
| 1993 | 839 |
| 1994 | 694 |
| 1995 | 715 |
| 1996 | 699 |
| 1997 | 625 |
| 1998 | 615 |
| 1999 | 567 |
| 2000 | 579 |
| 2001 | 662 |
| 2002 | 810 |
| 2003 | 827 |
| 2004 | 850 |
| 2005 | 843 |
| 2006 | 983 |
| 2007 | 926 |
| 2008 | 916 |
| 2009 | 1,251 |
| 2010 | 944 |
| 2011 | 858 |
| 2012 | 694 |
| 2013 | 707 |
| 2014 | 543 |
| 2015 | 578 |
| 2016 | 588 |
| 2017 | 604 |
| 2018 | 539 |
| 2019 | 477 |
| 2020 | 481 |
| 2021 | 529 |
| 2022 | 463 |
| 2023 | 483 |
| 2024 | 460 |