"noble, of noble kind"
Origin: Old High German Adalheidis
Language: English
Alisha
Pronunciation: [ ahl-EESH-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"exalted, sublime"
Origin: Arabic Ali
Language: Arabic
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- Alisha is overwhelmingly perceived as a girls name; using it for a boy is a bold gender-norm-challenging choice
The Story of Alisha
Alisha is a modern phonetic spelling of Alicia, the Spanish and Italian form of Alice, from the Old High German Adalheidis meaning noble kind or noble type. The name has also been influenced by the Arabic Ali meaning exalted, sublime. As a boys name in South Asian communities, especially in Pakistan and India, Alisha occasionally appears as a masculine name.
Alisha was popular for girls in the US in the 1980s-90s. As a boys name, it is extremely rare in Western contexts but occasionally used in South Asian communities where naming conventions differ from Western norms.
In Pakistan and parts of South Asia, Alisha can be used as a masculine name derived from the Arabic Ali meaning exalted, exalted one. This gives the boys use of Alisha a distinct cultural grounding.
Historical Record
Alisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 131 babies have been named Alisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,042 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Alicia Keys (born Alicia Augello Cook) is one of the most successful musicians of the 21st century
- The Arabic Ali, meaning exalted, is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition
- Alisha was a top-100 US girls name every year from 1976 to 1998
Alisha in Other Languages
Arabic
Ali
French
Alice
German
Alice
Italian
Alicia
Spanish
Alicia
Popularity Over Time
#28,042
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #28,042
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American English South Asian Arabic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ali
Lisha
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alisha
What does the name Alisha mean?
"noble, of noble kind" (from Old High German Adalheidis). "exalted, sublime" (from Arabic Ali). Alisha is a modern phonetic spelling of Alicia, the Spanish and Italian form of Alice, from the Old High German Adalheidis meaning noble kind or noble type. The name has also been influenced by the Arabic Ali meaning exalted, sublime. As a boys name in South Asian communities, especially in Pakistan and India, Alisha occasionally appears as a masculine name.
What is the origin of the name Alisha?
Alisha has Old High German Adalheidis, Arabic Ali, American, English, South Asian, and Arabic origins. In Old High German Adalheidis, it means "noble, of noble kind". In Arabic Ali, it means "exalted, sublime".
Is Alisha a boy or girl name?
Alisha is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #28042. As a girl name, it is ranked #1140. Alisha is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Alisha?
Alisha is pronounced ahl-EESH-uh.
How popular is the name Alisha?
Alisha is currently ranked #28042 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alisha?
Common nicknames for Alisha include Ali and Lisha.
What are good middle names for Alisha?
Popular middle name pairings include Alisha James, Alisha Cole, Alisha Sage, Alisha Blue, Alisha River, and Alisha Wren.
What are good sibling names for Alisha?
Names that pair well with Alisha as siblings include Riley, Jordan, Avery, Peyton, Morgan, and Quinn.
How many syllables does Alisha have?
Alisha has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Alisha a common or rare name?
Alisha is an uncommon name, ranked #28042 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Alisha
Alisha is a boy name with American, English, South Asian, and Arabic origins . The name means "noble, of noble kind" in Old High German Adalheidis .
Is Alisha a boy or girl name? Alisha is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,042 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,140. Alisha is more commonly used as a girl name.
Alisha is currently ranked #28,042 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Alisha has 3 syllables and is pronounced ahl-EESH-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Alisha include Ali and Lisha. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alisha include Alistair, Alister . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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