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UK girl's name

Alishaba

A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "highly regarded".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Alishaba is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Alishaba popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5201, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 5 births.

This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2004 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Alishaba. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Alishaba ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2004, when 5 girls were registered as Alishaba.
  • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Alishaba as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5201

2007

Births in 2007

3

Latest year

Peak year

2004

5 births

Estimated living

15

2026

Meaning

What does Alishaba mean?

The name Alishaba has its origins in the Persian language and culture. It is believed to have emerged around the 7th century AD, during the height of the Persian Empire. The name is derived from the combination of two Persian words, "Ali," meaning "exalted" or "sublime," and "shaba," meaning "night." Thus, the name Alishaba can be interpreted as "the exalted night" or "the sublime night."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alishaba can be found in the epic Persian poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. The poem mentions a character named Alishaba, who was a brave warrior and a companion of the legendary Persian hero, Rostam.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Alishaba. One of the most famous was Alishaba Shirazi, a renowned Persian poet who lived in the 13th century (born circa 1230). Her poetry was celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound insights into the human condition.

Another notable figure was Alishaba Khan, a powerful military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in the 17th century (born circa 1650). He was known for his strategic brilliance and his role in several key battles that helped expand the Mughal Empire's territories.

In the 19th century, Alishaba Begum (born 1820) was a prominent figure in the Indian subcontinent. She was a member of the Awadh royal family and was renowned for her patronage of the arts and literature. Her court was a hub of cultural activity, attracting poets, musicians, and artists from across the region.

Alishaba Haider (1905-1988) was a renowned Pakistani writer and academic. She made significant contributions to Urdu literature and was a fierce advocate for women's education and empowerment. Her works explored themes of social justice, feminism, and the complexities of human relationships.

Another notable figure was Alishaba Khanum (1920-2001), an Afghan activist and politician. She played a crucial role in the struggle for women's rights and social reform in Afghanistan during the mid-20th century. Her efforts helped pave the way for greater gender equality and educational opportunities for women in the country.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Alishaba over time

The chart below shows babies named Alishaba registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Alishaba, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Alishaba
01345200420052007

Decades

Alishaba by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Alishaba was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2000s #4357 15 4

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FAQ

Alishaba: questions and answers

How popular is the name Alishaba in the UK right now?

In 2007, Alishaba was ranked #5201 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Alishaba most popular?

The peak year on record was 2004, with 5 babies registered as Alishaba in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Alishaba?

A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "highly regarded".

How many people are called Alishaba in the UK?

A total of 15 babies have been registered as Alishaba across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.