Laisha sits next to 5 phonetic neighbors — Aisha, Ayesha, and Leisha are the closest matches by sound. Most share Laisha's Arabic-origin cluster, so the rhythm and vowel shape carry across the list.
You searched for names like
"alive, living, she who lives"
"beloved, wished-for child"
"guest, stranger (from Greek Zeus/Xenos)"
"love, affection"
"who is like God (if from Michelle root)"
"soulful, pertaining to the spirit"
"African-American creative construction blending Tamika + -ija suffix"
"friendly, affectionate companion"
"elevated, sublime"
"God's gift; long-lived"
"alchemy, magical transformation"
"high status, exalted"
"pure, clean"
"honey, sweetness"
"pious, righteous ones"
"beloved, dear one"
"jewel of the sky, luminous one"
"princess of beauty (compound interpretation)"
"living, alive"
Similar sound: These names share phonetic patterns with Laisha — similar vowel sounds, consonant clusters, or rhythm.
Shared roots: Several names on this list have Arabic origins, giving them the same cultural heritage as Laisha.
Rhythm: Laisha is a 2-syllable name. Names with the same syllable count tend to feel interchangeable when you're narrowing your list.