UK girl's name
Teesha
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Letitia.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Teesha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Teesha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2001 to 2012. 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 12 living people in the UK are called Teesha. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Teesha ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 3 girls were registered as Teesha.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Teesha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Teesha mean?
The name Teesha is believed to have originated in India, where it is a variation of the Sanskrit name Trishna, meaning "thirst" or "desire." It is thought to have first appeared in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas, dating back to around 1500-500 BCE.
In the Vedic texts, Trishna is often personified as a goddess or embodiment of human desire and longing. It is also associated with the concept of "trishna," which in Buddhist philosophy refers to the endless cycle of cravings and attachments that lead to suffering.
The earliest recorded use of the name Teesha itself is difficult to pinpoint, as it is a more modern variation of the traditional Sanskrit name. However, it is believed to have emerged in the 20th century, particularly among Indian communities in North America and the United Kingdom.
One notable historical figure with the name Teesha is Teesha Singh, an Indian classical dancer and choreographer born in 1933. She is celebrated for her contributions to the revival and promotion of Kathak, one of the eight classical dance forms of India.
Another individual with this name is Teesha Farmer, an American mixed media artist and author born in 1968. She is known for her vibrant and expressive art journals, which combine painting, collage, and written elements.
In the realm of literature, Teesha Rane is a contemporary Indian author and poet who has published several collections of poetry and short stories exploring themes of identity, relationships, and societal issues.
Teesha Sengupta is an Indian-born American entrepreneur and technology executive who co-founded the software company FutureWorks Consulting in 1994. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field of information technology and her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.
Lastly, Teesha Khorbanda is a British actress of Indian descent, known for her roles in various television series and films, including the BBC drama "Next of Kin" and the feature film "The Windermere Children."
While the name Teesha is not as common as some other names of Indian origin, it carries a rich history and cultural significance rooted in ancient Sanskrit texts and the concept of desire and longing.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Teesha over time
The chart below shows babies named Teesha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Teesha, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Teesha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Teesha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4619 | 9 | 3 |
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- Tiffany 4,653
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FAQ
Teesha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Teesha in the UK right now?
In 2012, Teesha was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Teesha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 3 babies registered as Teesha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Teesha?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Letitia.
How many people are called Teesha in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Teesha across the 4 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.