Holding steady.
Popularity of Moesha since 1996
Babies named Moesha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 820 |
| 2000s | 242 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Moesha is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1996, coinciding with the debut of the television sitcom "Moesha" starring Brandy Norwood. The name reached its peak popularity that same year, but it has never ranked in the top 1000. Despite its recent origin, it remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with a contemporary feel. While the exact etymology is unclear, it likely follows the pattern of other -sha ending names that were fashionable in the late 20th century.
Moesha first appeared in the United States in 1996 and appears to be a modern invented name. It may have been influenced by the name Monisha or by the popular -sha suffix found in names like Tisha and Keisha. The name saw a brief spike in use around the time of the television sitcom "Moesha," which aired from 1996 to 2001, though it has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Moe, Mo, Sha
Sibling names for Moesha
Names that share Moesha's style, for a brother or sister.
