"women (plural)"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Nisa
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An elegant Arabic name from the Quran's chapter on women
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The Story of Nisa
Nisa is an Arabic name with multiple layers of meaning. The Arabic word nisa (نساء) means women in the plural, and Surah An-Nisa (The Women) is the fourth chapter of the Quran — one of the longest chapters, dealing with women's rights and family law. As a personal name, Nisa also draws on Turkish and Persian traditions where it can mean pure or even connect to the ancient city of Nisa in Turkmenistan. The name's simplicity and elegance make it beloved across Muslim cultures.
Nisa has been consistently popular in Turkey, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where it is associated with the Quranic chapter An-Nisa and represents a gentle, feminine ideal. Its short, clear sound makes it highly accessible across different languages and cultures.
The Quran's fourth chapter, Surah An-Nisa (The Women), is one of the most important for Muslim women's understanding of their rights and spiritual standing. Naming a daughter Nisa is a way of connecting her to this foundational text and the dignity it accords women.
Historical Record
Nisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 1,719 babies have been named Nisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nisa is past its peak , currently ranked #5,057 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Surah An-Nisa (The Women) is the 4th chapter of the Quran with 176 verses, one of the longest in the holy book
- The ancient city of Nisa in modern-day Turkmenistan was a major center of the Parthian Empire
Nisa in Other Languages
Malay
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Arabic
نساء
Persian
نیسا
Turkish
Nisa
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Nisa
Popularity Over Time
#5,057
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1991
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Religious
The name of the fourth chapter (Surah) of the Quran, dedicated to the rights and roles of women in Islam
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,057
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Turkish Arabic Persian Malay
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ni
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nisa
What does the name Nisa mean?
"women (plural)" (from Arabic). "pure, virtuous" (from Turkish). "night (archaic)" (from Persian). Nisa is an Arabic name with multiple layers of meaning. The Arabic word nisa (نساء) means women in the plural, and Surah An-Nisa (The Women) is the fourth chapter of the Quran — one of the longest chapters, dealing with women's rights and family law. As a personal name, Nisa also draws on Turkish and Persian traditions where it can mean pure or even connect to the ancient city of Nisa in Turkmenistan. The name's simplicity and elegance make it beloved across Muslim cultures.
What is the origin of the name Nisa?
Nisa has Arabic, Turkish, Persian, Muslim, and Malay origins. In Arabic, it means "women (plural)". In Turkish, it means "pure, virtuous". In Persian, it means "night (archaic)".
Is Nisa a boy or girl name?
Nisa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nisa?
Nisa is currently ranked #5057 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Nisa?
Popular middle name pairings include Nisa Maryam, Nisa Fatima, Nisa Leila, Nisa Zahra, Nisa Amina, Nisa Hana, and Nisa Sara.
What are good sibling names for Nisa?
Names that pair well with Nisa as siblings include Amira, Leila, Zara, Yasmin, Kareem, Omar, and Yusuf.
How many syllables does Nisa have?
Nisa has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Nisa a common or rare name?
Nisa is an uncommon name, ranked #5057 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nisa?
Are there other spellings for Nisa?
Related spellings include Nissi.
About the Name Nisa
Nisa is a girl name with Muslim, Turkish, Arabic, Persian, and Malay origins . The name means "women (plural)" in Arabic .
Nisa is currently ranked #5,057 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Nisa has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Nisa include Ni. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nisa include Nissi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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