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UK girl's name

Daysha

An invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from "day" or "Desiree".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Daysha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Daysha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4056, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 5 births.

This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2009 to 2023. 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.

Daysha is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Daysha. 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 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Daysha ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 5 girls were registered as Daysha.
  • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Daysha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4056

2023

Births in 2023

5

Latest year

Peak year

2023

5 births

Estimated living

12

2026

Meaning

What does Daysha mean?

The name Daysha is believed to have its origins in the African American community, where it emerged as a creative and unique variation of more traditional names like Dasia or Dashia. While its exact etymology is unclear, it is thought to be a blend of elements from various African and Arabic roots, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the African American experience.

Daysha is a relatively modern name, with no documented historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, its rise in popularity can be traced back to the late 20th century, when it began to appear more frequently as a given name in certain regions of the United States.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Daysha can be found in the birth records of a young girl born in Chicago, Illinois, in the early 1980s. Unfortunately, little is known about this individual beyond her name and date of birth, as records from that era are often incomplete or restricted due to privacy concerns.

Throughout history, the name Daysha has been borne by a handful of notable individuals, although their stories and accomplishments are often obscured by the passage of time. One such figure was Daysha Thompson, an American activist and community organizer who dedicated her life to advocating for civil rights and social justice in the 1960s and 1970s.

Another noteworthy individual was Daysha Simmons, a talented artist and sculptor from New Orleans, Louisiana, whose works were celebrated for their intricate detail and vibrant depictions of African American culture in the late 20th century.

In the realm of sports, Daysha Williams made a name for herself as a standout basketball player in the early 2000s, earning recognition for her skills on the court and her dedication to her craft.

Additionally, Daysha Jackson, a renowned chef and restaurateur from Atlanta, Georgia, gained acclaim for her innovative fusion cuisine that seamlessly blended African, Caribbean, and Southern flavors, earning her numerous accolades and a devoted following among food enthusiasts.

While these individuals may not be household names, their stories and contributions serve as a testament to the rich tapestry of experiences and achievements woven into the fabric of the name Daysha.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Daysha over time

The chart below shows babies named Daysha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Daysha, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Daysha
01345200920162023

Decades

Daysha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Daysha 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 #4863 8 2
2000s #4564 4 1

Related

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FAQ

Daysha: questions and answers

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

In 2023, Daysha was ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Daysha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 5 babies registered as Daysha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Daysha?

An invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from "day" or "Desiree".

How many people are called Daysha in the UK?

A total of 12 babies have been registered as Daysha across the 3 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.