"woman, female"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Isha
Girl Name
#1,203 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
The original word for woman, spanning cultures and faiths
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Arabic
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Meaning & Origin
"one who rules, goddess"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
The Story of Isha
Isha has a remarkable dual origin. In Hebrew, 'ishah' (אִשָּׁה) is the biblical word for 'woman' — the name Adam gave to Eve in Genesis 2:23, saying 'She shall be called Woman (Ishah), for she was taken out of Man (Ish).' Independently, in Sanskrit, Isha (ईशा) means 'one who rules' or 'goddess,' derived from the root 'ish' meaning 'to rule or command.' This extraordinary convergence makes Isha meaningful across Jewish, Christian, Hindu, and Islamic traditions.
Isha is used across South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Jewish communities. In India, it is a popular given name with Sanskrit roots. In the Arab world, it echoes the name Aisha (wife of the Prophet Muhammad). Internationally, it has grown as parents seek short, cross-cultural spiritual names.
In Hindu tradition, Isha is one of the names of Goddess Parvati and also Lord Shiva (as Ishana). In the Hebrew Bible, 'ishah' is the first name given to a woman in recorded history. The name Sadhguru's spiritual organization 'Isha Foundation' has also raised global awareness of the name.
Fun Facts
- Isha is one of the few names that carries distinct meanings in both Hebrew scripture and Sanskrit scripture
- The five daily Islamic prayer times include 'Isha,' the night prayer — making the name familiar across the Muslim world
Isha in Other Languages
Urdu
عشا
Hindi
ईशा
Arabic
عيشة
Hebrew
אִשָּׁה
Sanskrit
ईशा
Famous People Named Isha
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Isha Ambani
Business
1991
Indian businesswoman and daughter of Mukesh Ambani, one of the world's wealthiest people
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,203
- Total SSA Count
- 196
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Hindu South Asian Arabic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Isha Grace
Isha Priya
Isha Noor
Isha Amara
Isha Layla
Isha Faith
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Frequently Asked Questions About Isha
What does the name Isha mean?
"woman, female" (from Hebrew). "one who rules, goddess" (from Sanskrit). Isha has a remarkable dual origin. In Hebrew, 'ishah' (אִשָּׁה) is the biblical word for 'woman' — the name Adam gave to Eve in Genesis 2:23, saying 'She shall be called Woman (Ishah), for she was taken out of Man (Ish).' Independently, in Sanskrit, Isha (ईशा) means 'one who rules' or 'goddess,' derived from the root 'ish' meaning 'to rule or command.' This extraordinary convergence makes Isha meaningful across Jewish, Christian, Hindu, and Islamic traditions.
What is the origin of the name Isha?
Isha has Hebrew, Sanskrit, Hindu, South Asian, and Arabic origins. In Hebrew, it means "woman, female". In Sanskrit, it means "one who rules, goddess".
Is Isha a boy or girl name?
Isha is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Isha?
Isha is currently ranked #1203 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Isha?
Popular middle name pairings include Isha Grace, Isha Priya, Isha Noor, Isha Amara, Isha Layla, and Isha Faith.
What are good sibling names for Isha?
Names that pair well with Isha as siblings include Arjun, Zara, Anika, Rohan, Leila, and Nisha.
How many syllables does Isha have?
Isha has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Isha a common or rare name?
Isha is an uncommon name, ranked #1203 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Isha
Isha is a girl name with Hebrew, Hindu, South Asian, and Arabic origins . The name means "woman, female" in Hebrew .
Isha is currently ranked #1,203 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Isha has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Isha include Ishika, Ishani, Ishanvi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.