Holding steady.
Popularity of Shalisha since 1969
Babies named Shalisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 135 |
| 1990s | 119 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shalisha entered U.S. birth records in 1969, a time when creative and phonetic name inventions were on the rise. It reached its peak popularity in 1990, but has never ranked in the top 1,000 names, reflecting its niche status. The name's trajectory has remained stable since its peak, with no significant resurgence. While its exact origins are unclear, Shalisha fits a pattern of names that borrow from the 'Sha-' and '-isha' sounds common in the late 20th century. As a result, it carries a distinctly modern and invented feel, without deep historical roots.
Shalisha first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969, during a period of creative name formation. It likely arose as a blend of the popular prefix 'Sha-' (seen in names like Shannon and Sharon) with the fashionable '-isha' suffix (inspired by names such as Aisha or Alicia). The name peaked in usage during the 1990s but has since remained at low, stable levels of use. Its origins are ultimately modern and English-language based.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sha, Lisha, Shal
Sibling names for Shalisha
Names that share Shalisha's style, for a brother or sister.
