UK girl's name
Kerisha
A feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kerisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Kerisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2006 to 2008. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Kerisha. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kerisha ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 girls were registered as Kerisha.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kerisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Kerisha mean?
The name Kerisha has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language of India, dating back to around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the word "Keerthi," which means "fame" or "glory." The name was initially used in the Hindu religious texts and scriptures, often bestowed upon individuals who had achieved great accomplishments or had a distinguished reputation.
During the Gupta Empire, which ruled over a significant portion of the Indian subcontinent from the 4th to the 6th century CE, the name Kerisha gained popularity among the ruling class and aristocracy. It was considered a name of honor and prestige, symbolizing the bearer's esteemed status and accomplishments.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kerisha can be found in the ancient Indian epic poem, the Mahabharata, which dates back to the 8th century BCE. In the epic, Kerisha was the name of a renowned warrior and nobleman who fought alongside the Pandava princes in the great Kurukshetra war.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kerisha. One of the most prominent was Kerisha Narayanan (1920-1998), an Indian freedom fighter who played a significant role in the country's independence movement against British colonial rule. Another notable figure was Kerisha Sharma (1892-1978), a pioneering Indian mathematician and astronomer who made groundbreaking contributions to the fields of celestial mechanics and astrophysics.
In the realm of literature, Kerisha Devi (1867-1944) was a celebrated Bengali writer and social reformer who advocated for women's education and empowerment. Her works, which explored themes of gender equality and societal change, had a profound impact on the literary landscape of her time.
Beyond India, the name Kerisha also found its way into other cultures and languages. In the Middle Eastern region, Kerisha Al-Salih (1135-1191) was a renowned poet and scholar who lived during the Ayyubid dynasty. Her poetic works, which celebrated love, nature, and philosophical musings, earned her widespread acclaim and recognition.
Finally, in the realm of music, Kerisha Ramaswamy (1923-2004) was an acclaimed Indian classical dancer and choreographer. Her captivating performances and innovative choreography helped to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Indian dance forms, earning her numerous accolades and awards.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kerisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Kerisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kerisha, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2008, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kerisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kerisha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5303 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Kerisha
- Katie 53,185
- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
- Kayleigh 10,677
- 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
Kerisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kerisha in the UK right now?
In 2008, Kerisha was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kerisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Kerisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kerisha?
A feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
How many people are called Kerisha in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Kerisha across the 2 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.