Holding steady.
Popularity of Vinisha since 1983
Babies named Vinisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Vinisha is a rare feminine name of probable Sanskrit origin, first recorded in the United States in 1983. Though it has never entered the top 1000, it saw a small peak in 2017 at rank 12,769 and has remained in steady but minimal use since. The name is given to fewer than one in every million girls born in recent years. Its etymology is uncertain, but it is often linked to words for knowledge or wisdom. Vinisha is most common among families of South Asian heritage, reflecting a broader trend of modern Indian names entering American naming pools without entering the mainstream.
The name Vinisha is likely of Sanskrit origin, though its exact derivation is unclear. It may be related to words conveying knowledge or wisdom. The name has seen limited but consistent use in the United States since the early 1980s, particularly among families of Indian descent.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vini, Nisha, Vin
Sibling names for Vinisha
Names that share Vinisha's style, for a brother or sister.
