Holding steady.
Popularity of Zasha since 1985
Babies named Zasha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Zasha is a rare and modern given name in the United States, first appearing in records in 1985. It reached its peak usage in 2009, but has never entered the top 1000, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. Uniquely spelled, it may be a variant of the more familiar Sasha, a Slavic diminutive of Alexander or Alexandra. Its trajectory has remained stable since the 2000s, and it is not associated with any specific U.S. region, as top state data is absent. Zasha is used almost exclusively for girls, though Sasha itself is unisex. The name's charm lies in its soft sound and cross-cultural feel, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Zasha is a modern name of uncertain origin, likely derived as a variant of Sasha (a diminutive of Alexander or Alexandra) or as a creative spelling of the Slavic name Zascha. It gained sporadic use in the United States beginning in the late 20th century, particularly during the 2000s. The name has no long historical tradition in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zash, Zaza, Sha
Variants: Sasha, Zascha
Sibling names for Zasha
Names that share Zasha's style, for a brother or sister.
