Sasha Girl

Popularity: #560 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SAH-sha /ˈsæʃə/

Origin: Russian; Hebrew

Meaning: Russian: defender of mankind; Hebrew: helper

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sasha has its roots in the Greek name Alexandros, which means "defender of men." This name was adapted into Latin as Alexander and subsequently spread through various cultures. In Slavic languages, Sasha is commonly used as a diminutive form of the name Aleksandr or Aleksandra, which also derive from the same Greek origin.

The transition into English occurred through the influence of Russian culture, particularly in the 19th century, when Russian literature and aristocracy became more prominent in Western Europe and the United States. Historically, the name Alexander has been borne by numerous significant figures, including Alexander the Great, the ancient Macedonian king who created one of the largest empires in history in the 4th century BCE.

The name has been popularized in various forms across different cultures, with Sasha emerging as a familiar and affectionate variant in Slavic regions. The name's association with notable historical figures, such as saints and monarchs, has contributed to its enduring appeal throughout the centuries.

Culturally, Sasha carries connotations of strength and protection due to its etymological roots. In Russian culture, the name is often used for both boys and girls, reflecting its versatility and widespread acceptance.

The diminutive form Sasha has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, symbolizing a sense of familiarity and warmth. This adaptability has allowed the name to maintain its relevance across different cultures and eras, making it a significant name with deep historical and cultural resonance.

Famous people named Sasha

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

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

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Sasha Banks is a professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE and being a multiple-time women's champion.

Sasha Velour is a drag performer and winner of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9, known for her artistic performances and fashion.

Sasha Grey is an actress and author best known for her work in independent films and her book The Juliette Society.

Sasha Cohen is a figure skater best known for her performances at the 2006 Winter Olympics and her success in national championships.

Sasha Lane is an actress best known for her roles in American Honey and Hellboy.

Fictional characters named Sasha

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Sasha is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Attack on Titan. She is a skilled soldier known for her exceptional marksmanship and love of food.

Sibling suggestions

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Similar names

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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 #295 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)

The name Sasha 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 Sasha 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 Sasha.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 461 47 414
2024 524 60 464
2023 530 47 483
2022 508 45 463
2021 583 54 529
2020 527 45 482
2019 509 32 477
2018 572 33 539
2017 625 21 604
2016 615 26 589
2015 614 36 578
2014 563 20 543
2013 729 22 707
2012 720 26 694
2011 888 30 858
2010 975 31 944
2009 1,288 37 1,251
2008 960 44 916
2007 980 54 926
2006 1,011 28 983
2005 860 16 844
2004 885 35 850
2003 853 26 827
2002 842 32 810
2001 690 28 662
2000 615 36 579
1999 594 27 567
1998 636 21 615
1997 653 28 625
1996 748 49 699
1995 744 29 715
1994 726 32 694
1993 859 20 839
1992 970 22 948
1991 1,028 26 1,002
1990 1,532 41 1,491
1989 1,730 32 1,698
1988 1,918 32 1,886
1987 1,839 37 1,802
1986 1,184 25 1,159
1985 613 15 598
1984 481 15 466
1983 556 25 531
1982 456 22 434
1981 535 44 491
1980 668 35 633
1979 407 17 390
1978 422 20 402
1977 342 27 315
1976 290 41 249
1975 248 20 228
1974 272 24 248
1973 287 16 271
1972 168 19 149
1971 123 21 102
1970 80 16 64
1969 52 9 43
1968 47 14 33
1967 37 9 28
1966 9 0 9
1965 7 0 7
1964 14 5 9
1963 8 0 8
1962 5 0 5
1961 6 0 6
1960 7 0 7
1957 5 0 5
1956 5 0 5

Top States for Sasha (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
CA 67
15%
TX 64
14%
NY 52
12%
FL 47
11%
PA 21
5%
NJ 17
4%
VA 16
4%
NC 14
3%
MI 14
3%
AZ 13
3%
TN 12
3%
GA 12
3%
OR 11
2%
MD 10
2%
WA 9
2%
IL 8
2%
MA 8
2%
CO 8
2%
DC 7
2%
MN 6
1%
MO 6
1%
WI 6
1%
OH 6
1%
KY 5
1%
LA 5
1%