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UK girl's name

Saisha

A Sanskrit name meaning "promise" or "vow" in the Indian languages.

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.

Saisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Saisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2000, with 14 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 14 births.

This profile covers 151 England and Wales registrations across 23 recorded years from 1997 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.

Saisha is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 150 living people in the UK are called Saisha. 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

  • Saisha ranked #2000 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 14 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 14 girls were registered as Saisha.
  • About 150 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2000

2024

Births in 2024

14

Latest year

Peak year

2024

14 births

Estimated living

150

2026

Meaning

What does Saisha mean?

The name Saisha originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Shaisha," which means "remaining" or "left over." This name is primarily found in Indian cultures, particularly in the Hindu tradition.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Saisha can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. It is mentioned in the Rig Veda, one of the oldest and most sacred texts of Hinduism, which dates back to around 1500-1200 BCE. However, the context in which the name appears is not entirely clear.

Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Saisha. One of the earliest was Saisha Maurya, a princess from the Maurya Empire, which ruled over a vast territory in ancient India during the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. She was known for her beauty and intelligence, and her name was often associated with grace and elegance.

Another prominent figure was Saisha Devi, a powerful queen who ruled over the Rajput kingdom of Mewar in the 15th century CE. She was renowned for her military prowess and her unwavering defense of her kingdom against invaders. Her name became a symbol of strength and resilience.

In the realm of literature, Saisha Dutta was a celebrated Bengali poet and writer who lived during the 18th century CE. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she is considered one of the most influential figures in Bengali literature.

Moving into the 20th century, Saisha Naidu was an Indian activist and poet who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. Born in 1879, she used her poetry and writings to spread awareness about the struggle for freedom and to inspire others to join the cause.

Finally, Saisha Khanna is a contemporary Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. Born in 1985, she has gained popularity for her beauty and talent, and her name has become associated with the glamour and glitz of the Indian entertainment industry.

These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Saisha. While the name's origins can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit, its enduring presence across different eras and cultures highlights its timeless appeal and the rich tapestry of meanings and associations it has acquired over time.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Saisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Saisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Saisha, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 14 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Saisha
0471114199720102024

Decades

Saisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saisha 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 #2469 53 5
2010s #3571 63 10
2000s #3727 31 7
1990s #3174 4 1

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FAQ

Saisha: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Saisha was ranked #2000 for girls in England and Wales, with 14 births registered.

When was Saisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 14 babies registered as Saisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Saisha?

A Sanskrit name meaning "promise" or "vow" in the Indian languages.

How many people are called Saisha in the UK?

A total of 151 babies have been registered as Saisha across the 23 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.