GirlSanskrit origin

Isha: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Means one who protects, a name of gentle guardian strength.

Origin
Sanskrit
Syllables
2
Current rank
#1550
Peak
#1085 in 2002

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1960: #595519601970: #348719701980: #236219801990: #275819902000: #163420002005: #137120052010: #148520102015: #168620152020: #15502020#1#5955

What Isha Means

Isha is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. Means one who protects, a name of gentle guardian strength.

How Popular Isha Is

Isha currently ranks #1550 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1085 in 2002. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Isha

  • Isha is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Isha is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
  • Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.

Names Like Isha

Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Isha

Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Isha.

Questions About Isha

What does Isha mean?

Isha is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. Means one who protects, a name of gentle guardian strength.

How popular is Isha?

Isha currently ranks #1550 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1085 in 2002. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Isha come from?

Isha comes from Sanskrit roots. Isha is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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