Nisha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nisha is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'night'. It has evolved through various languages like Hindi and Bengali. The name conveys traits of beauty and calmness. It does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in modern times, especially within South Asian cultures.
The name Nisha is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Nisha 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, 'Nisha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2284th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1640th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3026th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6911th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nisha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nisha"
Pronunciation
/ˈniːʃə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Nisha is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nisha', meaning 'night'. It is often associated with beauty and tranquility.
Meaning
Night
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: नशा (nāśā), Hindi: नisha, Bengali: নিশা (niśā)
Historical Usage
Nisha gained popularity in India and among communities influenced by Indian culture, particularly in the 20th century, as a feminine name that evokes a sense of serenity.
Variants & Derivatives
Nish, Nishita
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nisha is viewed positively, often associated with elegance and grace. It is a favored name in various cultures, especially in South Asia.
Famous People
Nisha Ganatra, filmmaker, Nisha Rawal, actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nisha"
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 "Nisha"
"Nisha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2284th of 19264 | 573 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1640th of 27321 | 1,359 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3026th of 35406 | 832 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6911th of 30306 | 204 |
Regional Popularity of "Nisha" 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 "Nisha" 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) |
69.90% 2053rd/2937 |
46.25% 1611th/3483 |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
51.26% 2073rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.53% 1604th/3685 |
23.82% 1066th/4475 |
42.38% 2201st/5194 |
25.46% 1608th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.63% 3099th/4582 |
40.43% 2088th/5164 |
56.52% 4133rd/7313 |
33.11% 2471st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
68.51% 4300th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nisha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nisha" 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.