Alisha
Alisha is a Muslim girl name of English (variant of Alicia) origin, meaning “Noble (as a form of Alicia)”.
| Meaning | Noble (as a form of Alicia) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English (variant of Alicia) |
| Pronunciation | ah-LEE-shah |
| Tradition | Muslim, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Alisha
Alisha is an English variation on Alicia, a name that leads back through Adelaide to a Germanic word for 'noble'. It became fashionable in Britain, North America and India in the closing decades of the twentieth century, and some Muslim families in South Asia adopted it as well. Despite the shared sound, it has nothing to do with the name Ali and has no Arabic root at all.
Is Alisha a Muslim name?
Because it derives from the English Alicia, Alisha is not a traditional Muslim name. Parents who enjoy its sound yet want an Arabic meaning tend to look at Aisha, Aliya, Anisa or Alia.
How popular is Alisha?
Families of many backgrounds use Alisha in the English-speaking world and in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Alisha
- Alisha name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Alisha baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Alisha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alisha mean?
Alisha means 'Noble (as a form of Alicia)'. It is of English (variant of Alicia) origin.
Is Alisha a Muslim name?
Because it derives from the English Alicia, Alisha is not a traditional Muslim name. Parents who enjoy its sound yet want an Arabic meaning tend to look at Aisha, Aliya, Anisa or Alia.
How do you pronounce Alisha?
Alisha is pronounced ah-LEE-shah.
Is Alisha a boy or girl name?
Alisha is usually a girl name.