UK girl's name
Tysha
Of uncertain etymology, possibly of Egyptian or Sanskrit origins meaning "miracle" or "gift".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tysha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Tysha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2004 to 2008. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Tysha. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tysha ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Tysha.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tysha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Tysha mean?
The name Tysha is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which was the classical literary language of ancient India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "tyāga," which means "renunciation" or "sacrifice." This suggests that the name may have been associated with spiritual or ascetic practices in ancient Hindu traditions.
In Hinduism, the concept of tyāga is deeply rooted in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and other sacred texts. It emphasizes the idea of detachment from material possessions and desires, as well as the willingness to sacrifice one's own interests for a higher purpose or cause.
The earliest recorded use of the name Tysha can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used as a symbolic representation of the virtues of detachment and selflessness.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Tysha was a Hindu sage and philosopher who lived around the 5th century BCE. This sage, known as Tysha Rishi, was revered for his wisdom and teachings on the path of spiritual enlightenment.
Another notable figure with the name Tysha was a queen who ruled over a small kingdom in central India during the 8th century CE. Queen Tysha was known for her compassionate leadership and her dedication to the welfare of her people.
In the 12th century, a Sufi mystic and poet named Tysha al-Din al-Rumi gained widespread recognition for his profound spiritual insights and poetic works. His writings continue to inspire and influence scholars and seekers alike.
During the 16th century, a Hindu warrior named Tysha Singh played a significant role in the resistance against the Mughal Empire. He was renowned for his bravery and unwavering commitment to defending his people's freedom and way of life.
In the 19th century, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer named Tysha Venkata Raman made groundbreaking contributions to the fields of number theory and infinite series. His work laid the foundation for many modern mathematical concepts and theories.
These historical figures, spanning different eras and disciplines, exemplify the diverse meanings and associations that the name Tysha has carried throughout its existence. From spiritual seekers and poets to warriors and scholars, the name has been borne by individuals who embodied the virtues of sacrifice, detachment, and dedication to higher ideals.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tysha over time
The chart below shows babies named Tysha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tysha, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2008, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tysha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tysha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5072 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Tysha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tysha in the UK right now?
In 2008, Tysha was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tysha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Tysha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tysha?
Of uncertain etymology, possibly of Egyptian or Sanskrit origins meaning "miracle" or "gift".
How many people are called Tysha in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Tysha across the 2 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.