Wanisha
girl nameWanisha entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #8523 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#8523
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9659 |
| 1990s | #11341 |
| 2000s | #15352 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wanisha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wanisha alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wanisha in 2025?
- Wanisha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Wanisha most popular?
- Wanisha peaked in 1986, reaching #8523 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wanisha with classmates?
- Wanisha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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