Holding steady.
Popularity of Nathasha since 1970
Babies named Nathasha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 60 |
| 1980s | 116 |
| 1990s | 81 |
| 2000s | 40 |
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nathasha first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970, a modern respelling of the well-known Natasha. Its peak year was 1986, during a decade when many Russian-derived names gained popularity. While it has never ranked nationally, the variant spelling offers a distinct alternative. The trajectory has been stable, reflecting steady but uncommon use. Parents choosing Nathasha often favor the phonetic spelling to ensure the 't' is pronounced, distinguishing it from the softer 'sh' of Natasha. The name remains rare, with no top states showing concentrated usage, suggesting broad, scattered appeal across the country.
Nathasha is a relatively modern American respelling of Natasha, which is the Russian diminutive of Natalya. The Slavic root is from Latin 'natale Domini' meaning 'birth of the Lord', referring to Christmas. The spelling with 'h' may be an attempt to preserve the hard 't' sound or a creative variation. The name first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s, with peak usage in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tasha, Nat, Nattie
Sibling names for Nathasha
Names that share Nathasha's style, for a brother or sister.
