Alisha
girl name#1229 in 2025Alisha entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #118 in 1987, ranks #1229 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1948–2025
#1229
rank today
#118
peak (1987)
183
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4272 |
| 1950s | #3953 |
| 1960s | #991 |
| 1970s | #306 |
| 1980s | #133 |
| 1990s | #229 |
| 2000s | #515 |
| 2010s | #899 |
| 2020s | #1175 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alisha has been most popular in NY, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 55,500 people named Alisha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alisha alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alisha in 2025?
- Alisha ranks #1229 among US girl names in 2025, with 183 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alisha most popular?
- Alisha peaked in 1987, reaching #118 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alisha with classmates?
- Alisha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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