Yanisha
Yanisha is a girl baby name. Ranked #15,951 in the US, popular nicknames include Yan, Yay, and Yanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Yanisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 43 babies have been named Yanisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yanisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,951 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #15,951
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Yanisha
Yanisha is a girl name .
Yanisha is currently ranked #15,951 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yanisha include Yan, Yay, Yanie, and Yaniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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