Taisha

“Daughter”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6641US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

2.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 196600.01% of births at peak

What does Taisha mean and where does it come from?

Taisha is a modern name that is particularly popular in the United States. It is believed to have Native American origins, where it means 'daughter'. The name has gained recognition in popular culture, particularly through media representation in the late 20th century. Although it is not widely comm

Cultural significance

Taisha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of daughter.

Peak popularity

Reached #1122 in 1980 — currently #6641 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Taisha?

Taisha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Taisha Grace

How popular is Taisha right now?

Rising fast — up 2355 spots — currently #6641 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#6641 · Top 4.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6641	18	▲ up 2355 · +50% births
2022	#8996	12	▲ up 2064 · +33% births
2021	#11060	9	▲ up 2573 · +50% births
2020	#13633	6	▼ down 5073 · -54% births
2015	#8560	13	▼ down 1260 · -24% births
2010	#7300	17	▼ down 3402 · -54% births
2005	#3898	37	▼ down 413 · -3% births
2000	#3485	38	▼ down 1313 · -39% births
1995	#2172	62	▼ down 462 · -28% births
1990	#1710	86	▼ down 488 · -24% births
1985	#1222	113	▼ down 100 · -7% births
1980	#1122	122	▲ up 514 · +103% births
1975	#1636	60	▲ up 1787 · +216% births
1970	#3423	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Taisha

Best Year1980Rank #1122

Peak Count122

Average Rank#5347

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202314 years

The story of Taisha

Taisha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 2,765 total births recorded, Taisha remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3423 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6641 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Taisha in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Taisha by decade

Taisha peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	38
1970s	548
1980s ★	1,051
1990s	672
2000s	329
2010s	121
2020s	6

💎With 2,765 total births, Taisha is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Taisha?

Common

TaiTaieTayIsha

What names sound and feel like Taisha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Taisha also consider these

Taizha

American · American

Taijha

American · A modern invented

Taiesha

American · Joyful

Tahsha

American · Derived from a

Tawsha

American · English

Talsha

American · A variant of

Tausha

American · American

Tarsha

American · A modern name,

Common questions about the name Taisha

What does the name Taisha mean?

Taisha means "Daughter" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Taisha?

Taisha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Taisha have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Taisha?

Taisha originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Taisha trending right now?

Taisha is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Taisha a common or rare name?

Taisha is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.