UK girl's name
Tisya
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "bright", "lustrous", or "moon".
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.
Tisya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tisya 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 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2012 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.
Tisya is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Tisya. 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
- • Tisya ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 girls were registered as Tisya.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tisya 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
2012
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Tisya mean?
The given name Tisya has its roots in the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in ancient India during the Vedic period, dating back to around 1500 BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Tishya," meaning "to shine" or "to be brilliant." This suggests that the name may have been given to children with the hope that they would grow up to be radiant, accomplished individuals.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Tisya can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Vedas. It is mentioned in the Atharvaveda, one of the four canonical sacred texts of Hinduism, which contains hymns, chants, and spells. The exact context and usage of the name in these texts is unclear, but its presence indicates its antiquity and cultural significance.
In the realm of historical figures, one of the earliest known individuals with the name Tisya was Tisya, a renowned Sanskrit grammarian who lived in the 6th century CE. He is credited with authoring the influential work "Prātiśākhya," which is a treatise on phonetics and grammar related to the Vedas.
Another notable figure with the name Tisya was Tisya Upanishad, a renowned sage and philosopher who is believed to have lived around the 8th century CE. He is known for his contributions to the Upanishads, which are a collection of philosophical-religious texts that form the theoretical basis for the Hindu Vedanta philosophy.
In the field of literature, Tisya Shankara was a celebrated Sanskrit poet and playwright who lived during the 12th century CE. He is most famous for his poetic works, including the iconic play "Mudrārākṣasa," which is considered a masterpiece of Sanskrit drama.
Moving forward in history, Tisya Narayana was a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 16th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of trigonometry and calculus.
Lastly, Tisya Bai was a notable Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who lived in the 19th century CE. She actively participated in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule and worked tirelessly to promote women's education and upliftment in society.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Tisya throughout history, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and the diverse backgrounds of those who carried this ancient name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Tisya by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tisya 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 |
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FAQ
Tisya: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tisya in the UK right now?
In 2012, Tisya was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tisya most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Tisya in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tisya?
A feminine name of Hindu origin meaning "bright", "lustrous", or "moon".
How many people are called Tisya in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Tisya across the 1 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.