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Caprisha

kuh-PREE-shuh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1990
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Caprisha since 1979

Babies named Caprisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015198020002020Most births 1990Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s6
1980s57
1990s78
2000s5
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Caprisha is a rare modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1979, reflecting a trend of creative coinages popular in African-American communities during the late 20th century. It reached its peak usage in 1990 but never achieved widespread popularity, remaining in the stable, low-usage category through the 1990s and beyond. The name's formation likely draws from the fashionable '-isha' suffix seen in names like Aisha and Tanisha, blended with a common starting syllable. While it has not been recorded in any top state lists, its unique sound and construction make it a distinctive choice. Caprisha's trajectory indicates it has maintained a consistent but very low level of use since its introduction, without significant revival or decline.

Caprisha first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979, likely a modern coinage blending the popular 'Ca-' prefix (as in Candace or Camille) with a fashionable '-isha' suffix, possibly influenced by names like Aisha or Tanisha. It saw its peak usage in 1990 but has remained relatively rare. The name has no known roots in established languages or historical traditions.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Cappy, Risha, Capi

Sibling names for Caprisha

Names that share Caprisha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Caprisha mean?
Caprisha is thought to be a modern invented name, likely created by combining the popular initial syllable 'Ca-' with the suffix '-isha'. Its exact meaning is unknown.
How popular is Caprisha?
Caprisha has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in U.S. records. Its peak usage was in 1990, and it has remained stable at very low usage levels since.
Is Caprisha a girl's name?
Yes, Caprisha is exclusively used for girls in U.S. data.