UK girl's name
Preesha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning beloved or cherished.
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.
Preesha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Preesha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 6 births.
This profile covers 39 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2002 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 39 living people in the UK are called Preesha. 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
- • Preesha ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 6 girls were registered as Preesha.
- • About 39 living people in the UK are estimated to have Preesha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
6 births
Estimated living
39
2026
Meaning
What does Preesha mean?
The name Preesha is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word "priya," which means "beloved" or "dear." This name has its roots in ancient Indian culture and can be traced back to the Vedic period, around 1500 BCE.
The earliest recorded use of the name Preesha is found in Hindu religious texts and ancient Sanskrit literature. It was often used as a name for goddesses or female characters who were depicted as beautiful, kind, and beloved by all.
One of the earliest known historical figures with the name Preesha was a Indian princess who lived in the 6th century BCE. She was renowned for her beauty and intelligence, and her name became synonymous with grace and elegance.
In the 12th century CE, a famous Indian poet named Preesha wrote several works that celebrated the beauty of nature and the human spirit. Her poetry was widely read and admired across the subcontinent, and she is considered one of the most influential writers of her time.
In the 16th century, a powerful queen named Preesha ruled over a vast empire in northern India. She was known for her wise and just leadership, and her reign was marked by prosperity and cultural achievements.
During the 18th century, a renowned Indian dancer and performer named Preesha captivated audiences across the country with her graceful movements and artistic talent. She was widely celebrated as one of the greatest dancers of her era.
Another notable figure with the name Preesha was a Indian activist and social reformer who lived in the early 20th century. She dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for women, and her efforts helped to bring about significant social change in her time.
Despite its ancient origins, the name Preesha has remained popular throughout history and continues to be used in modern times, carrying with it the connotations of beauty, love, and grace that have been associated with it for centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Preesha over time
The chart below shows babies named Preesha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 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 Preesha, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Preesha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Preesha 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 | #4910 | 16 | 4 |
| 2010s | #5487 | 13 | 4 |
| 2000s | #4497 | 10 | 3 |
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FAQ
Preesha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Preesha in the UK right now?
In 2024, Preesha was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Preesha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 6 babies registered as Preesha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Preesha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning beloved or cherished.
How many people are called Preesha in the UK?
A total of 39 babies have been registered as Preesha across the 11 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.