UK girl's name
Easha
A feminine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "ruler" or "goddess".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Easha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Easha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 6 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2003 to 2013. 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 17 living people in the UK are called Easha. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Easha ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 6 girls were registered as Easha.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Easha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
6 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Easha mean?
The name Easha is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world and is the root of many modern Indian languages. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "esha," which means "this" or "that." It is also possible that the name is related to the Sanskrit word "isha," which means "lord" or "ruler."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Easha can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas, which date back to around 1500-500 BCE. In these sacred texts, the name is mentioned in reference to various deities and spiritual concepts. However, it is unclear whether the name was used as a personal name during this time period.
The first recorded example of the name Easha being used as a personal name is from the 7th century CE, when it was mentioned in a Sanskrit literary work called the "Kadambari" by the Indian scholar Banabhatta. In this text, the name was given to a character who was described as a beautiful and virtuous woman.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Easha. One of the most famous was Easha Nand, an Indian mystic and spiritual teacher who lived in the 16th century. He was known for his teachings on the concept of non-duality and his influence on the Bhakti movement.
Another notable figure was Easha Anand, a 17th-century Indian poet and scholar who wrote extensively on the philosophy of the Upanishads. Her work was highly regarded and had a significant impact on the literary and philosophical traditions of her time.
In the 18th century, there was Easha Devi, a powerful queen who ruled over the princely state of Garhwal in northern India. She was renowned for her leadership skills and her efforts to promote education and cultural development in her kingdom.
Moving into the 19th century, we have Easha Sundari, a celebrated Indian dancer and courtesan who was known for her exceptional beauty and artistic talents. She was a prominent figure in the cultural life of the city of Lucknow and was patronized by many wealthy and influential individuals.
Finally, in the 20th century, there was Easha Vidyarthi, an Indian activist and social reformer who fought for women's rights and education. She was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of women and marginalized communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Easha over time
The chart below shows babies named Easha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Easha, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Easha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Easha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5742 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3819 | 14 | 3 |
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FAQ
Easha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Easha in the UK right now?
In 2013, Easha was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Easha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 6 babies registered as Easha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Easha?
A feminine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "ruler" or "goddess".
How many people are called Easha in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Easha 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.