Anisha
Fact sheet
- Name
- Anisha
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The first name Anisha (अनिशा) is a feminine form of Anish. Directly translated, the name means 'the Constant', 'the Straightforward', but also 'the Greatest', 'the Highest', and 'the Sublime'.
What does the name Anisha mean?
The first name Anisha (अनिशा) is a feminine form of Anish. Directly translated, the name means 'the Constant', 'the Straightforward', but also 'the Greatest', 'the Highest', and 'the Sublime'. Its origins lie in Sanskrit, derived from the expression anish (अनीश) meaning 'highest', 'sovereign', 'continuous', 'outstanding', and 'straightforward'. There are four other possible derivations: In Hebrew, the name means 'still water'; Anisha refers to an Indian goddess (the goddess of freedom, who has no master over her); nis means 'night' in Sanskrit, and A- is the negation, thus metaphorically 'day', 'light', 'brightness', as well as 'without night' or 'sleepless'; a free interpretation leads to 'dawn'. Anisha is used as an epithet of the Hindu deity Vishnu. Another variant is Aneeshia.
Where does the name Anisha come from?
Etymology Anisha is a feminine first name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'the Constant'.
How do you pronounce Anisha?
Sound & pronunciation of Anisha: The name Anisha sounds fluid and soft, characterized by a harmonious sequence of open vowels. In German pronunciation, it is usually realized as 'A-ni-scha' [aˈniːʃa], starting with a clear, open A that feels direct and inviting. The following syllable '-ni-' brings lightness and movement to the sound flow. The soft 'sch' sound at the end gives the name a gentle, almost floating quality. This creates an overall melodic impression - calm, round, and pleasantly resonant.
Popularity
Anisha is a rare first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 5,884th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2014 at 1,547th. In the last ten years, Anisha has been given as a first name about 110 times, placing it 2,402nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,239th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ani / Anish / Nini / Nisha / Nishi
Similar first names
Famous people
- Anisha Cay (musician)
- Anisha Nicole (American singer)
- Anisha Vekemans (Belgian cyclist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Anisha
What is the origin of the name Anisha?
Anisha is a feminine first name with Sanskrit roots, derived from the term 'anish', which means 'highest' or 'sovereign'.
What does the name Anisha mean?
The name Anisha can be translated as 'the Constant', 'the Greatest', or 'the Sublime'. Additionally, there are interpretations such as 'still water' or 'dawn'.
How popular is the name Anisha?
Anisha enjoys great popularity in various countries, especially in India, where it is often associated with the goddess of freedom.