UK girl's name
Meesha
An Arabic feminine name meaning "life-giver" or "source of life".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Meesha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Meesha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4535, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 8 births.
This profile covers 92 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 91 living people in the UK are called Meesha. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Meesha ranked #4535 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 8 girls were registered as Meesha.
- • About 91 living people in the UK are estimated to have Meesha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4535
2020
Births in 2020
4
Latest year
Peak year
2004
8 births
Estimated living
91
2026
Meaning
What does Meesha mean?
The name Meesha has its origins in the Hindi language and culture of India. It is a diminutive form of the name Meena, which is derived from the Sanskrit word "mina" meaning fish or star. This name is believed to have been in use since ancient times, as it is mentioned in various Hindu scriptures and texts.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Meesha can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic poem written between the 8th and 9th centuries BCE. In this text, Meesha is mentioned as the name of a character, though little is known about their specific role or significance.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Meesha. One such person was Meesha I, a king of the ancient Moabite kingdom located in modern-day Jordan, who ruled in the 9th century BCE. He is known for erecting the Mesha Stele, a significant archaeological artifact that provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the region.
In more recent times, Meesha Shafi (born 1986) is a Pakistani actress, model, and television host who has gained popularity for her work in Pakistani television dramas and films. She has been recognized with several awards for her contributions to the entertainment industry.
Another notable bearer of the name is Meesha Mainster (born 1984), an American professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA and internationally. She was a standout player at the University of Florida and has represented the United States in various international competitions.
Meesha Rahmani (born 1990) is an Afghan-American singer and songwriter who has gained recognition for her fusion of traditional Afghan music with modern influences. Her music often explores themes of identity, culture, and social issues, and she has been praised for her unique style and powerful voice.
Lastly, Meesha Paek (born 1992) is a South Korean golfer who has competed on the LPGA Tour and other professional golf circuits. She has won multiple tournaments and has been ranked among the top golfers in the world.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Meesha, highlighting its diverse cultural roots and the various fields in which it has been represented.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Meesha over time
The chart below shows babies named Meesha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Meesha, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2020, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Meesha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Meesha 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 | #4535 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5391 | 21 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3687 | 47 | 10 |
| 1990s | #2763 | 20 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Meesha
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Meesha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Meesha in the UK right now?
In 2020, Meesha was ranked #4535 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Meesha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 8 babies registered as Meesha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Meesha?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "life-giver" or "source of life".
How many people are called Meesha in the UK?
A total of 92 babies have been registered as Meesha across the 21 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.