Declining since 1989.
Popularity of Delisha since 1961
Babies named Delisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 225 |
| 1980s | 311 |
| 1990s | 262 |
| 2000s | 105 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Delisha is a rare modern name for girls that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1961, during an era of inventive name coinages. It never reached the top 1000, but its highest usage came in 1989, when it was given to just over a handful of babies per million. Since then, the name has steadily fallen out of favor, reflecting a broader shift away from the creative respellings that peaked in the 1980s. Delisha has no strong ties to any particular region or state, as its scatter of births never clustered enough to appear in top-state lists. Its etymology is uncertain, but it likely derives from the Latin 'delicia' meaning 'delight,' or is a fanciful blend of syllable trends. As a name, Delisha remains uncommon, offering a distinctive choice without widespread cultural resonance.
Delisha first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1960s, likely as a creative respelling of Delicia or a blend of popular sounds (e.g., De- + -lisha). It has never been a top-1000 name, making it a rare modern invention. Its peak usage occurred in 1989, after which its popularity steadily declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deli, Lisha, Lee
Sibling names for Delisha
Names that share Delisha's style, for a brother or sister.
