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UK girl's name

Teisha

An English feminine name derived from a Native American term meaning "pretty flower".

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.

Teisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Teisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4171, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 6 births.

This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1999 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 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 32 living people in the UK are called Teisha. 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

  • Teisha ranked #4171 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2003, when 6 girls were registered as Teisha.
  • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Teisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4171

2012

Births in 2012

5

Latest year

Peak year

2003

6 births

Estimated living

32

2026

Meaning

What does Teisha mean?

The name Teisha is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that flourished in the Indian subcontinent during the second millennium BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "tējas," meaning "brilliance," "radiance," or "splendor." The name is often associated with the concept of light, radiance, and brightness.

Historically, the name Teisha gained popularity in various regions of South Asia, particularly in India and neighboring countries where Sanskrit had a profound influence on the language and culture. However, it is challenging to pinpoint the exact time period when the name first emerged or gained widespread use.

While there are no definitive records of the name Teisha appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its Sanskrit roots suggest that it may have been in use among certain communities in the Indian subcontinent for centuries. The earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing this name are scarce, as historical records from ancient times are often incomplete or fragmented.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Teisha was a 16th-century Indian poet and scholar from the region of Bengal. Teisha Devi, born in the latter half of the 16th century, was renowned for her contributions to the literary and cultural landscape of her time. Her works, which primarily consisted of devotional poetry, were highly regarded and continue to be studied by scholars and enthusiasts of Bengali literature.

In the 18th century, there is a record of a Teisha Singh, a prominent military leader and ruler of a princely state in the region of Rajasthan. Teisha Singh played a significant role in the struggles against the Mughal Empire and is remembered for his bravery and strategic acumen on the battlefield.

Moving into the 19th century, Teisha Devi was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer who helped revive and popularize the ancient dance form of Kathak. Born in 1835, she is credited with preserving and promoting this rich cultural heritage, and her contributions have been widely recognized and celebrated.

Another notable figure was Teisha Bai, a 19th-century Indian courtesan and poet from the region of Awadh (present-day Uttar Pradesh). Renowned for her exceptional beauty and literary talents, Teisha Bai's poetry and writings have been preserved and studied as important cultural artifacts of the era.

In the early 20th century, Teisha Devi was a prominent Indian social reformer and activist who fought for women's rights and education. Born in 1890, she dedicated her life to empowering women and advocating for their equal rights and opportunities in society.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Teisha, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds. While the name may have evolved and gained popularity in different regions over time, its Sanskrit roots and association with brilliance and radiance remain central to its meaning and significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Teisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Teisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 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 Teisha, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2012, compared with 6 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Teisha
02356199920052012

Decades

Teisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Teisha 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 #4171 5 1
2000s #3811 24 6
1990s #3900 3 1

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FAQ

Teisha: questions and answers

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

In 2012, Teisha was ranked #4171 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Teisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2003, with 6 babies registered as Teisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Teisha?

An English feminine name derived from a Native American term meaning "pretty flower".

How many people are called Teisha in the UK?

A total of 32 babies have been registered as Teisha across the 8 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.