Rising since 2020, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Basha since 1970
Babies named Basha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Basha is a rare and distinctive name in the United States, first recorded in 1970. Its highest rank was 13,208 in 2025, with a 1-in-267,878 incidence rate among girls that year, indicating it remains extremely uncommon. The name peaked in usage during the 2000s, but has been rising in popularity since 2020. Basha is not concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered, infrequent use. Its origins are debated, possibly linked to Barbara or Basya, making it a name with a mysterious yet approachable quality. Parents drawn to Basha may appreciate its simplicity and uniqueness, though its rarity means it will likely stand out in any generation.
Basha is a name of uncertain derivation. It may have originated as a pet form of Barbara, itself from the Greek 'barbaros' meaning 'foreign woman.' Alternatively, it could be a variant of Basya, a Yiddish nickname for Batya (Hebrew 'daughter of God'). In modern use, Basha has been recorded in the United States since at least 1970, often used as a given name independent of its possible roots.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Basya
Sibling names for Basha
Names that share Basha's style, for a brother or sister.
