Nyasha: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ny-ahsh-ah
Origin: Zimbabwe
gender-female

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Meaning: Mercy

Nyasha is a name with origins in Shona, a Bantu language spoken in Zimbabwe. Nyasha means mercy, or kind-hearted. Nyasha is a name of Shona origin that does not have documented evidence of increasing global popularity, symbolizing divine grace and blessings. Its use has expanded beyond its cultural roots, reflecting the growing diversity in naming traditions.

Nyasha Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Nyasha is currently #23219 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Nyasha is currently #13275 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Nyasha is currently #11313 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Nyasha is currently #6410 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Nyasha is currently #11737 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Nyasha is currently #6685 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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