Holding steady.
Popularity of Jalisha since 1988
Babies named Jalisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 96 |
| 1990s | 308 |
| 2000s | 118 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jalisha is a modern American name that emerged in the late 1980s and saw its peak in 1990, a time when invented names with the "-lisha" suffix were especially popular among African American communities. The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1988, and despite being relatively uncommon, it has maintained a stable presence in the decades since. Jalisha does not appear in any historical etymological dictionaries, as it is a product of creative naming trends rather than a traditional origin. Its sound aligns with similar names like Aisha and Keisha, though its precise coinage remains unattested. Today, Jalisha remains a rare but recognizable choice, reflecting the broader trend of blend-name coinages in the late 20th century.
Jalisha appears to be a modern American coinage from the late 20th century, formed by combining the fashionable prefix "Ja-" (as in Jada, Jasmine) with the popular "-lisha" suffix (as in Aisha, Keisha). It may also be influenced by names like Alicia or Elisa. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and saw modest use, peaking in 1990.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jali, Lee, Lisha
Variants: Jalesha, Jaliesha, Jalysha
Sibling names for Jalisha
Names that share Jalisha's style, for a brother or sister.
