Holding steady.
Popularity of Enisa since 1987
Babies named Enisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Enisa is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1987, a fact that points to its modern emergence. It saw its highest recorded usage in 2023, but overall numbers remain very small, and the name has never entered the top 1000 rankings. The trajectory for Enisa is stable, suggesting a consistent but niche presence. Its origins are somewhat unclear, and it may represent a creative variation of names like Enes or Elisa, or a standalone coinage. Families drawn to Enisa often appreciate its melodic sound and cross-cultural feel, similar to names like Amina or Leila.
Enisa is a name of uncertain derivation. It may be a feminine variant of the Turkish name Enes (from Arabic Anas, meaning 'companionship' or 'friendliness'), or a modern coinage using the fashionable suffix -isa. The name has seen limited but steady use in the United States since the late 1980s, with a peak in 2023.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eni, Nisa, Isa
Sibling names for Enisa
Names that share Enisa's style, for a brother or sister.
