Holding steady.
Popularity of Disa since 1955
Babies named Disa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 53 |
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Disa is a rare Scandinavian name with a mysterious origin. First recorded in the United States in 1955, the name reached its peak popularity in 1970, though it never entered the top 1,000. Its trajectory has been stable, with very few babies given the name each year. While no top states have been associated with Disa, its usage is likely scattered. The name's etymology points to the Old Norse word 'dís', meaning 'goddess' or 'sister', which may have connections to protective spirits in Norse mythology. Disa remains a distinctive and uncommon choice, appealing to those seeking a name with Nordic roots.
Disa is a Scandinavian name of debated origin. It may derive from the Old Norse word 'dís', meaning 'goddess' or 'sister', referring to a type of protective female spirit in Norse mythology. Alternatively, it could be a short form of names like Desideria or a place name from Sweden. The name has been used in Sweden and Norway since the 19th century, and saw a modest peak in the United States in the 1970s.
Sibling names for Disa
Names that share Disa's style, for a brother or sister.
