Anisha: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahn-eesh-ah
Origin: India
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: South Asia
Meaning: Of Sanskrit origin, meaning "night" or "continuous."

Anisha is a multifaceted name with deep roots in Indian and Sanskrit cultures. It means "blessing" or "gift" in Sanskrit, and in Tamil, it means "good" or "pure." The name has evolved over time, becoming a popular choice globally, including in the United States, where it has been consistently ranked among the top 1000 names for girls since the 1970s. Anisha symbolizes continuity, light, and generosity, making it a meaningful and versatile name. Its strong cultural significance in India is associated with grace, beauty, and intelligence, and it is also a name that inspires confidence and self-assurance.

Anisha Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Anisha is currently #3993 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Anisha is currently #2221 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Anisha is currently #1924 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Anisha is currently #1057 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Anisha is currently #2008 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Anisha is currently #1103 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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