MallowbyNames

Reisha

RAY-shuh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining elements from names like Rhea or Keisha.

Peak popularity
1976
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Reisha since 1965

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

4711198020002020Most births 1976Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s6
1970s53
1980s57
1990s19
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Reisha is a rare modern given name in the United States, first recorded in 1965. It has never ranked in the top 1000, maintaining a stable but low level of usage. Its peak year was 1976, when it saw its highest number of births. The name likely arose as a phonetic variant or blend of popular sounds from the mid-20th century, such as the fashionable ending -isha seen in names like Keisha. Despite its obscurity, Reisha has persisted steadily, with no significant revival or decline. Its lack of a clear etymology or cultural anchor makes it a truly modern invention, chosen for its pleasing sound rather than historical weight.

Reisha first appeared in the United States in the mid-1960s, likely as a modern invented name. Its sound may have been influenced by rhyming names such as Keisha or Tisha, which were popular in the same era. The name has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare choice.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Rei, Ree

Variants: Raysha, Resha, Reesha

Sibling names for Reisha

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Reisha mean?
The meaning of Reisha is uncertain as it is a modern name of unclear origin, possibly a creative combination of sounds.
How popular is Reisha?
Reisha has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak usage was in 1976, though it remains extremely rare.
Is Reisha a boy or girl name?
Reisha is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.