UK girl's name
Karisha
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin or Sanskrit.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Karisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Karisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4736, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 4 births.
This profile covers 22 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1997 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 25 living people in the UK are called Karisha. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Karisha ranked #4736 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 4 girls were registered as Karisha.
- • Karisha ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #664 in 1998.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Karisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4736
2015
Births in 2015
4
Latest year
Peak year
2003
4 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Karisha mean?
The name Karisha is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was spoken in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Karisha," which means "ray of light" or "beam of light." This name was likely given to children with the hope that they would bring brightness and illumination to their families and communities.
In Hindu mythology, Karisha is also the name of a minor goddess associated with the sun and its radiant energy. She was often depicted as a beautiful woman dressed in golden robes, with her hair adorned with flowers and her eyes shining brightly.
The earliest recorded use of the name Karisha can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was occasionally mentioned as a name for young girls. However, it was not a very common name during those times and was mostly confined to certain regions of India.
One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Karisha was Karisha Devi, a princess who lived in the 8th century CE in the kingdom of Kanauj, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India. She was renowned for her beauty and intelligence and was said to have been a patron of the arts and literature.
Another notable figure was Karisha Bai, a courtesan and poet who lived in the 17th century CE during the Mughal Empire. She was known for her mastery of Urdu poetry and was a celebrated figure in the cultural circles of her time.
In the 19th century, there was a famous Indian dancer and actress named Karisha Sundari, who was a prominent figure in the classical dance tradition of Odissi. She was known for her graceful movements and her dedication to preserving the art form.
Karisha Bhatia was a renowned Indian author and journalist who lived in the early 20th century. She was a pioneer in the field of women's rights and wrote extensively on issues related to gender equality and social justice.
Another notable figure was Karisha Naidu, an Indian freedom fighter and activist who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence from British rule. She was also a prominent figure in the women's rights movement and worked tirelessly to promote the empowerment of women in India.
While the name Karisha has its roots in ancient India, it has since been adopted and used in various parts of the world, particularly in countries with significant Indian diaspora populations. However, its historical and cultural significance remains rooted in its Sanskrit origins and its association with light, brightness, and the radiant energy of the sun.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Karisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Karisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Karisha, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Karisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Karisha 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 | #5239 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3953 | 12 | 3 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
Geography
Where Karisha is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Karisha. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Karisha ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #664 in 1998.
Across the UK
Karisha in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#664 in 1998
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Related
Names similar to Karisha
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- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
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- Kate 10,276
- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Karisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Karisha in the UK right now?
In 2015, Karisha was ranked #4736 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Karisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 4 babies registered as Karisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Karisha?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin or Sanskrit.
How many people are called Karisha in the UK?
A total of 22 babies have been registered as Karisha across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Karisha most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Karisha ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #664 in 1998. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.