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Falisha

fuh-LEE-shuh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Felicia, meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate', or a modern coinage.

Peak popularity
1985
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Falisha since 1966

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

183553198020002020Most births 1985Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s14
1970s185
1980s338
1990s253
2000s89
2010s26
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Falisha is a modern American name that first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1966. While it has never broken into the top 1,000 baby names, its peak year came in 1985, when it was given to the most babies. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, neither rising sharply nor falling into disuse. Its origins are not clearly documented; it may have emerged as a creative variation of Felicia, combined with the popular -isha suffix seen in names like Aisha and Tisha. Because Falisha has never been among the most common names, it has no strong association with any particular state. Today it remains a rare but recognizable choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name for their daughter.

Falisha first appeared in U.S. records in 1966. It is likely a modern invented name, perhaps blending Felicia, Aisha, or Lisha. Its peak usage came in 1985, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. The name has maintained a low but steady usage since the 1980s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Fali, Lisha, Leesh

Variants: Felisha, Falicia

Sibling names for Falisha

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Falisha mean?
Falisha does not have a well-established meaning. It may be a variant of Felicia, meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate', or a modern combination of sounds.
Is Falisha currently a popular name?
Falisha has never ranked in the U.S. top 1,000 names. Its peak year was 1985, and it has remained rare but steady in the decades since.
Is Falisha a boy or girl name?
Falisha is used exclusively for girls.