UK girl's name
Anesha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "without desire".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Anesha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Anesha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4564, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 8 births.
This profile covers 47 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1997 to 2009. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 47 living people in the UK are called Anesha. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Anesha ranked #4564 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 8 girls were registered as Anesha.
- • About 47 living people in the UK are estimated to have Anesha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4564
2009
Births in 2009
4
Latest year
Peak year
2001
8 births
Estimated living
47
2026
Meaning
What does Anesha mean?
The given name Anesha has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that was prominent in the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "anisha," which means "unrestrained" or "without boundaries." The name gained popularity among Hindus, particularly in India and neighboring regions.
Anesha is closely related to the Sanskrit name Anisha, which has a similar meaning and is often used interchangeably. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was commonly used as a descriptor for deities or revered individuals who were considered boundless or limitless in their essence.
In Hindu mythology, there are references to Anesha as a feminine form of the name Anisha, which was associated with the goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. The name was often used to symbolize the boundless nature of the divine feminine energy and its ability to transcend earthly limitations.
One of the earliest recorded figures with the name Anesha was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poetess who lived in the 6th century CE. She was known for her literary contributions and her mastery of the Sanskrit language. Unfortunately, detailed accounts of her life and works have been lost over time.
In the 12th century, there was a notable Indian princess named Anesha Devi, who was the daughter of a powerful ruler in the Rajput dynasty. She was celebrated for her beauty, intelligence, and her patronage of the arts and literature.
Another prominent figure was Anesha Kumari, a 16th-century Indian mystic and spiritual teacher who was renowned for her teachings on self-realization and the path to enlightenment. Her followers and devotees spread her teachings across various parts of India.
In the 18th century, Anesha Bai was a renowned Indian classical dancer and courtesan who was highly skilled in the art of Kathak dance. She was patronized by the Mughal Emperor and is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Kathak dance.
More recently, in the 20th century, Anesha Kapoor was an Indian actress and dancer who gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s for her performances in Bollywood films. She was known for her grace, elegance, and her contributions to the Indian film industry.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Anesha over time
The chart below shows babies named Anesha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Anesha, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2009, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Anesha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Anesha 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 | #3373 | 32 | 6 |
| 1990s | #2790 | 15 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Anesha
- 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
Anesha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Anesha in the UK right now?
In 2009, Anesha was ranked #4564 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Anesha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 8 babies registered as Anesha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Anesha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "without desire".
How many people are called Anesha in the UK?
A total of 47 babies have been registered as Anesha across the 9 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.