Declining since 2011, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Naisha since 1973
Babies named Naisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 240 |
| 1990s | 237 |
| 2000s | 349 |
| 2010s | 485 |
| 2020s | 219 |
Meaning & origin
Naisha is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1973. It reached its peak popularity in 2010, after which its usage began a steady decline that continued through 2025, when it ranked 4,172 with a frequency of 1 in 47,273 births. The name is most commonly used in Florida, which is its top state. As a modern creation rather than a traditional name, Naisha represents a trend of blending pleasant sounds from established names like Aisha and Naya, giving it an appealing but undefined meaning. Its relatively low but persistent usage over the past few decades suggests it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels both fresh and familiar.
Naisha is a modern name that first appeared in the United States in the 1970s. It likely originated as a creative combination of popular sounds, influenced by names such as Aisha (of Arabic origin, meaning 'alive') or Naya (a name with multiple origins). There is no established historical root, and its usage remains primarily in American English-speaking contexts.
Where Naisha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Naisha” around the world
Where Naisha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nai
Sibling names for Naisha
Names that share Naisha's style, for a brother or sister.
