UK girl's name
Tisha
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "thirsting for knowledge".
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.
Tisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 13 births.
This profile covers 119 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1996 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 31% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 118 living people in the UK are called Tisha. 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
- • Tisha ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 13 girls were registered as Tisha.
- • About 118 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4843
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2006
13 births
Estimated living
118
2026
Meaning
What does Tisha mean?
The name Tisha is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is the classical language of South Asia, particularly India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Tishya," which means "auspicious" or "fortunate." The name is commonly associated with the Hindu and Buddhist cultures, where it has been in use for centuries.
In Sanskrit literature, the name Tisha is mentioned in several ancient texts and scriptures. One notable reference can be found in the Mahabharata, which is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. The name is associated with the character of Tishya, who was a princess and the daughter of the king Virata.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Tisha can be traced back to the ancient Indian subcontinent. However, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact time period or specific individuals who bore this name in ancient times due to the scarcity of reliable historical records.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Tisha. One of the most famous was Tisha Khama (born in 1857 - died in 1892), an Indian freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. She was a prominent figure in the Chittagong region of present-day Bangladesh.
Another notable Tisha was Tisha Edmunds (born in 1972), an American actress and model who has appeared in numerous television shows and films, including "Hitch" and "Torque."
In the world of literature, Tisha Walia (born in 1983) is a renowned Indian author and poet who has written several books, including "My Ephemeral Musings" and "Saudade."
Tisha Black (born in 1966) is an American singer and songwriter who has released several albums and is known for her work in the alternative rock and indie rock genres.
Tisha Khera (born in 1981) is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who has performed and taught Kathak, one of the major classical dance forms of India, around the world.
It is important to note that while the name Tisha has its roots in Sanskrit and the Indian subcontinent, it has gained popularity and usage in various cultures and regions worldwide, particularly in the West.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Tisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Tisha, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 13 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tisha 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 | #5049 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3876 | 53 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3422 | 48 | 8 |
| 1990s | #3475 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Tisha
- Tia 15,569
- Thea 12,888
- Tilly 11,524
- Taylor 7,401
- Tegan 6,583
- Tabitha 6,462
- Talia 5,198
- Tara 5,114
- Tiffany 4,653
- Tallulah 4,442
- Tiana 3,570
- Tamara 3,405
FAQ
Tisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tisha in the UK right now?
In 2024, Tisha was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Tisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 13 babies registered as Tisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tisha?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "thirsting for knowledge".
How many people are called Tisha in the UK?
A total of 119 babies have been registered as Tisha across the 22 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.