UK girl's name
Anaisha
A Sanskrit name meaning humble, modest, gentle woman.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Anaisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anaisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3318, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 20 births.
This profile covers 135 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2007 to 2024. 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 35% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 134 living people in the UK are called Anaisha. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Anaisha ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 20 girls were registered as Anaisha.
- • About 134 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anaisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3318
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2020
20 births
Estimated living
134
2026
Meaning
What does Anaisha mean?
The name Anaisha is a relatively modern name that originated in India, specifically in the Hindi and Urdu-speaking regions. It is believed to be a feminine variation of the Arabic name Anees, which means "friend," "companion," or "confidant." The name Anaisha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among the Muslim communities in South Asia.
While the name Anaisha does not have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its Arabic root word "Anees" has a significant presence in Islamic literature and culture. The word is mentioned in the Quran, where it refers to the concept of companionship and intimacy with God.
The earliest recorded use of the name Anaisha is difficult to trace precisely due to its relatively recent origin. However, it is worth noting that some variations of the name, such as Aneesa or Anisa, have been in use for a longer period of time, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities.
Over the years, several notable individuals have borne the name Anaisha. One such person is Anaisha Ahsan, a Pakistani television actress and model born in 1990. Another prominent figure is Anaisha Rachel Rodrigues, an Indian singer and songwriter who gained recognition for her work in the Indian music industry.
In the world of sports, Anaisha Mona Dick is a Guyanese cricketer who has represented the West Indies women's national cricket team. She was born in 1999 and has played in various international tournaments and competitions.
Additionally, Anaisha Jain is an Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder of the e-commerce platform FallenBrowns, which specializes in handcrafted products. She has been recognized for her entrepreneurial achievements and her efforts in promoting sustainable fashion.
Lastly, Anaisha Mustafi is a British actress of Bangladeshi descent, known for her roles in various television series and films, including "Tina and Bobby" and "The Crown."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Anaisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Anaisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Anaisha, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 20 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Anaisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anaisha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2081 | 73 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3273 | 59 | 6 |
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Anaisha
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Anaisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Anaisha in the UK right now?
In 2024, Anaisha was ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Anaisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 20 babies registered as Anaisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Anaisha?
A Sanskrit name meaning humble, modest, gentle woman.
How many people are called Anaisha in the UK?
A total of 135 babies have been registered as Anaisha across the 12 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.