Laysha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-sha / /ˈleɪʃə/Arabic; English; Hebrew
Meaning
from Arabic 'Laysha' meaning 'delicate'; from English 'Laysha' as a variant of 'Alicia'; from Hebrew 'Leah' meaning 'weary'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Laysha is often associated with delicacy and grace. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking countries as a modern variant of Alicia, which has roots in Old French. In Hebrew, Leah is a traditional name with biblical significance, representing strength and endurance despite its meaning of weariness.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Leisha
- Laisha
- Lasha
International Variants
- Lea (Italian)
- Leya (Spanish)
- Léa (French)
Famous people named Laysha
Laysha Ward — business executive.
Laysha M. — social media influencer.
Fictional characters named Laysha
Laysha — original character in a fantasy novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laysha was first seen in the United States in 1990. Laysha has ranked as high as #1244 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Laysha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laysha (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 46 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 98 |
| 2005 | 83 |
| 2006 | 54 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 20 |