UK girl's name
Eesha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "supreme ruler" or "magnificent lord".
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.
Eesha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Eesha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2000, with 14 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 38 births.
This profile covers 660 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1997 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 37% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 657 living people in the UK are called Eesha. 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
- • Eesha ranked #2000 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 14 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 38 girls were registered as Eesha.
- • About 657 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eesha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2000
2024
Births in 2024
14
Latest year
Peak year
2006
38 births
Estimated living
657
2026
Meaning
What does Eesha mean?
The name Eesha is derived from the Sanskrit language and has its roots in ancient Indian culture. It is believed to have originated as a variation of the Sanskrit word "Isha," which means "lord" or "ruler." This name has been in use for centuries, with references found in Hindu scriptures and literature.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Eesha can be traced back to the epic poem "Mahabharata," where it was the name of a character who played a significant role in the narrative. This ancient text, written between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE, helped establish the name's prominence in Indian culture.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Eesha. One such person was Eesha Koppikar, an Indian actress and model who was born in 1976. She gained popularity for her roles in Bollywood films and is known for her work in both the Hindi and Marathi film industries.
Another notable Eesha was Eesha Karavadra, an Indian classical dancer and choreographer born in 1962. She specialized in the Kathak dance form and has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the art, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2006.
In the literary world, Eesha Mukherjee, an Indian author and journalist born in 1972, has made a name for herself. Her works explore themes of identity, culture, and the diaspora experience, and she has received critical acclaim for her novels and non-fiction pieces.
Moving to the realm of sports, Eesha Ghosh was an Indian swimmer who represented her country at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens. Born in 1986, she was a talented athlete who excelled in various swimming events and brought recognition to India on the international stage.
Lastly, Eesha Karavadra, a contemporary Indian classical dancer and choreographer, has been making waves in the world of performing arts. Born in 1990, she is known for her innovative approach to traditional dance forms and has performed at numerous prestigious events and festivals around the globe.
While the name Eesha has its roots in ancient Indian culture, it has transcended borders and gained popularity in other parts of the world as well, becoming a beloved name across various communities and ethnicities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Eesha over time
The chart below shows babies named Eesha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Eesha, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 14 births in 2024, compared with 38 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eesha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eesha 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 | #2182 | 68 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1259 | 282 | 10 |
| 2000s | #966 | 297 | 10 |
| 1990s | #3029 | 13 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Eesha
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Eesha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eesha in the UK right now?
In 2024, Eesha was ranked #2000 for girls in England and Wales, with 14 births registered.
When was Eesha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 38 babies registered as Eesha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eesha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "supreme ruler" or "magnificent lord".
How many people are called Eesha in the UK?
A total of 660 babies have been registered as Eesha across the 28 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.