Nisha
Meaning of Nisha
Nisha is a female name with origins in both Arabic and Indian (Hindi) cultures. In Arabic, it is pronounced as NEE-sha (/niːʃa/), while in Indian (Hindi) it is also pronounced as NEE-sha (/niːʃə/). Variations of the name include Niesha and Nesha.
In the United States of America, Nisha has been a moderately popular name for baby girls. In recent years, it has ranked around the 5000-8000 mark in terms of occurrence and popularity among newborns. However, it's worth noting that its usage has fluctuated over time, with a peak in popularity occurring in the early 2000s when it ranked around 2300-2400.
Overall, Nisha is a beautiful and diverse name with multicultural origins. It can be an excellent choice for parents who appreciate its unique sound and cultural significance.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as NEE-sha (/niːʃa/)
Indian (Hindi)
- Pronunced as NEE-sha (/niːʃə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Nisha
| Nisha Katona, MBE, is a British chef, TV presenter, and founder of Mowgli Street Food restaurants, known for her work in food, television, and charity, with a background as a child protection barrister. |
| Nisha Ganatra is a Canadian-American film director, screenwriter, producer, and actress of Indian descent known for directing independent films and television shows such as Transparent, You Me Her, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. |
| Nisha Madhulika is a renowned Indian chef, YouTube personality, and restaurant consultant known for her expertise in Indian cuisine and food columns in various publications. |
| Nisha Pillai is an Indian journalist and main news anchor for BBC World News based in London. |
| Nisha Sarang is an Indian actress known for her role as Neelima in the TV sitcom Uppum Mulakum and for winning the Kerala State Television Award for Best Comedian in 2017. |
| Nisha Rajagopalan - Nisha P. Rajagopalan is a Carnatic musician who received training from notable musicians including her mother, Vasundhara Rajagopal. |
| Nisha Ganesh is an Indian actress known for her roles in Tamil films and television, including portraying Draupadi in the TV series Mahabharatham and hosting shows on Sun TV. |
| Nisha Rani Dutta is an Indian archer. |
| Nisha Mohota is an Indian chess player with FIDE titles of International Master (IM) and Woman Grandmaster (WGM), and she is the first WGM from the State of West Bengal. |
| Nisha Adhikari is a Nepalese film actress and model. |
