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UK girl's name

Vidisha

A name of Sanskrit origin meaning a branch of the sacred river Ganges.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Vidisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Vidisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, 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 2006. 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 Vidisha. 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 2007 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Vidisha ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Vidisha.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Vidisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5061

2006

Births in 2006

3

Latest year

Peak year

2004

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Vidisha mean?

The name Vidisha has its origins in the Sanskrit language and is derived from the word "Vidisha," which means "prosperity" or "abundance." This name has its roots in ancient Indian culture and has been in use for centuries.

The name Vidisha is believed to have been first recorded in Hindu religious texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, where it was often associated with goddesses and deities representing wealth, fortune, and prosperity. It was a popular name among the Hindu community, particularly in the northern regions of India.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Vidisha dates back to the 5th century BCE, when it was mentioned in the Sanskrit epic poem, the Mahabharata. In this ancient text, Vidisha was the name of a city located in the present-day state of Madhya Pradesh, India.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Vidisha. One of the most famous was Vidisha Devi, a 13th-century Hindu mystic and spiritual leader who was renowned for her wisdom and teachings. Her birth and death years are uncertain, but she is believed to have lived during the reign of the Delhi Sultanate.

Another prominent figure with the name Vidisha was Vidisha Nath, a 16th-century Indian poet and scholar who made significant contributions to Hindi literature. Born in 1532 in the city of Varanasi, Vidisha Nath is renowned for his devotional poetry and his works on Hinduism and philosophy.

In the 18th century, Vidisha Rani was a prominent figure in the Maratha Empire, serving as a military commander and advisor to the Peshwa rulers. She was born in 1720 and played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Maratha territories.

Moving forward to the 20th century, Vidisha Narain was an Indian mathematician and academic who made significant contributions to the field of number theory. Born in 1927, she held prestigious positions at various universities and received numerous honors and awards for her work.

Another notable individual with the name Vidisha was Vidisha Balan, an Indian actress born in 1978. She has received critical acclaim for her performances in various Bollywood films and has won several awards, including a National Film Award and multiple Filmfare Awards.

The name Vidisha has maintained its popularity and significance in Indian culture, particularly among the Hindu community, and continues to be a popular choice for newborns. Its association with prosperity, abundance, and fortune has made it a favored name for parents seeking blessings and well-being for their children.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Vidisha over time

The chart below shows babies named Vidisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Vidisha, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2006, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Vidisha
01223200420052006

Decades

Vidisha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Vidisha 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 #4830 6 2

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FAQ

Vidisha: questions and answers

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

In 2006, Vidisha was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Vidisha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Vidisha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Vidisha?

A name of Sanskrit origin meaning a branch of the sacred river Ganges.

How many people are called Vidisha in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Vidisha 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.