UK girl's name
Drisha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "seer" or "visionary".
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.
Drisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Drisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2018 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Drisha. 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
- • Drisha ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Drisha.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Drisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Drisha mean?
The name Drisha has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that flourished in the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to have emerged during the Vedic period, which dates back to the second millennium BCE. The name Drisha is derived from the Sanskrit word "drishti," meaning vision, sight, or perspective.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Drisha can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas. It is mentioned in the context of spiritual enlightenment and the attainment of a higher consciousness. The name was often associated with individuals who were believed to have a profound understanding of the world and a deep connection with the divine.
In the historical record, one of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Drisha was a renowned philosopher and spiritual teacher who lived in the 5th century BCE. She was revered for her wisdom and her ability to guide others on the path of self-discovery. Unfortunately, many details about her life have been lost to time.
Another notable figure was Drisha Devi, a powerful queen who ruled over a small kingdom in present-day Rajasthan, India, during the 11th century CE. She was known for her courage, military prowess, and her unwavering dedication to protecting her people.
In the 14th century, a celebrated poet and mystic named Drisha Bhatt composed several influential works that explored themes of love, devotion, and the human experience. His poetry is still widely studied and celebrated in parts of India today.
During the 16th century, a skilled artisan named Drisha Nath gained fame for his intricate and beautifully crafted metalwork. His creations adorned temples and palaces across the region and are now considered treasures of Indian cultural heritage.
In more recent times, a philanthropist and social activist named Drisha Ghosh (1908-1996) dedicated her life to empowering women and improving educational opportunities for underprivileged communities in India. Her efforts have left a lasting impact and inspired generations of advocates for equality and social justice.
While the name Drisha is not as common today as it once was, it remains a powerful and meaningful choice, reflecting a rich cultural heritage and a deep connection to ancient wisdom and spiritual traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Drisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Drisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2018 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 Drisha, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Drisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Drisha 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 | #5789 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5666 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Drisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Drisha in the UK right now?
In 2024, Drisha was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Drisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Drisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Drisha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "seer" or "visionary".
How many people are called Drisha in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Drisha 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.