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UK girl's name

Naisha

Indian feminine name meaning "night".

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.

Naisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Naisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3318, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 14 births.

This profile covers 134 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 2003 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 133 living people in the UK are called Naisha. 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

  • Naisha ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2010, when 14 girls were registered as Naisha.
  • About 133 living people in the UK are estimated to have Naisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3318

2024

Births in 2024

7

Latest year

Peak year

2010

14 births

Estimated living

133

2026

Meaning

What does Naisha mean?

The name Naisha has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Nisha," which means night or darkness. It is also closely related to the Hindi word "Nisha," which carries a similar meaning.

In Hindu mythology, the name Naisha is associated with the goddess of night, Ratri, who is often depicted as a beautiful woman adorned with stars and holding a lotus flower. The name is also linked to the concept of the night sky and the mysteries it holds, symbolizing the beauty and serenity of the night.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Naisha can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. These texts often mention the name in various contexts, including mythological stories and philosophical teachings.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Naisha. One of the earliest recorded examples is Naisha, a renowned Indian poet and scholar who lived during the 8th century CE. Her collection of poems, known as the "Naisha Gita," is considered a significant contribution to the literary heritage of India.

Another prominent figure with the name Naisha was Naisha Devi, a Hindu queen who ruled over the Gurjara-Pratihara Empire in present-day Rajasthan, India, during the 9th century CE. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support for the construction of numerous temples and architectural marvels.

In the 12th century, Naisha Bhatta was a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and astronomy. His works, including the "Naisha Siddhanta," were widely studied and influential in his time.

During the 16th century, Naisha Rani was a prominent figure in the Rajput kingdom of Mewar, known for her courage and resilience in the face of adversity. She played a crucial role in the defense of the Chittorgarh Fort against the Mughal forces and is celebrated as a symbol of bravery and sacrifice.

In more recent times, Naisha Khanna was an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who gained recognition for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian dance forms. She founded the Naisha Dance Theatre in the United States and performed extensively around the world, popularizing Indian dance on the global stage.

While these are just a few examples, the name Naisha has been borne by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, each leaving their unique mark and legacy.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Naisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Naisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 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 Naisha, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Naisha
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Decades

Naisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Naisha 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 #4289 25 5
2010s #3116 79 10
2000s #3589 30 6

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FAQ

Naisha: questions and answers

How popular is the name Naisha in the UK right now?

In 2024, Naisha was ranked #3318 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.

When was Naisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2010, with 14 babies registered as Naisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Naisha?

Indian feminine name meaning "night".

How many people are called Naisha in the UK?

A total of 134 babies have been registered as Naisha 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.