Anisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anisha originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'supreme' or 'without a lord.' It has evolved from its historical form 'Anīśa' and is predominantly used in modern South Asian cultures. Anisha is viewed positively, embodying traits of grace and strength, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Anisha is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anisha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2798th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1463rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1733rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3027th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anisha"
Pronunciation
/əˈniːʃə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Anisha is derived from the Sanskrit word 'anīśa,' which means 'without a lord' or 'supreme.' It is often associated with the divine and is used in Hindu culture.
Meaning
supreme, without a lord
Language Evolution
Anīśa (Sanskrit), Anisha (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Anisha has gained popularity in various parts of South Asia and among the Indian diaspora since the late 20th century, particularly as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Anish, Anisha, Anishka
Modern Popularity & Image
Anisha is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and strength in contemporary contexts.
Famous People
Anisha Padukone (Indian badminton player), Anisha K. (Indian singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anisha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anisha"
"Anisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2798th of 19264 | 417 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1463rd of 27321 | 1,599 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1733rd of 35406 | 1,842 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3027th of 30306 | 658 |
Regional Popularity of "Anisha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anisha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
57.68% 2009th/3483 |
75.78% 2666th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.82% 1541st/3685 |
25.27% 1131st/4475 |
31.27% 1624th/5194 |
26.04% 1645th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.90% 2103rd/4582 |
20.24% 1045th/5164 |
28.62% 2093rd/7313 |
21.72% 1621st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
36.53% 1639th/4487 |
56.39% 3847th/6822 |
39.79% 2497th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anisha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.