Laisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laisha is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'night.' It evolved from the name Laila and has several variants such as Leila and Layla. The name is associated with tranquility and has gained popularity due to its melodic nature. It does not have specific biblical relevance but is appreciated in various cultures.
The name Laisha is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Laisha 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, 'Laisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7652nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1598th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6821st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Laisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laisha"
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪʃə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Laisha is derived from the Hebrew name 'Laila,' which means 'night.' The name has variations in different cultures and languages.
Meaning
night
Language Evolution
Laila, Leila, Layla, Laisha
Historical Usage
Laisha is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 20th century, due to its melodic sound and connection to the concept of night.
Variants & Derivatives
Laila, Leila, Layla, Laisha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Laisha is perceived as a unique and beautiful name with a connection to nature and tranquility, often associated with deep cultural roots.
Famous People
Laisha Wilkins, Laisha Marquez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laisha"
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 "Laisha"
"Laisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11241st of 19264 | 34 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7652nd of 27321 | 149 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1598th of 35406 | 2,040 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6821st of 30306 | 208 |
Regional Popularity of "Laisha" 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 "Laisha" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.55% 2637th/4582 |
27.15% 1402nd/5164 |
20.50% 1499th/7313 |
15.37% 1147th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Laisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laisha" 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.