Maisha

Girl name

Maisha has been given to 1,918 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It peaked in 1977.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,918

Peak year

1977 (114 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1968

10-year trend

▼ -19%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Maisha — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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FAQ

How popular is the name Maisha?

Maisha has been given to 1,918 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Maisha peak?

Maisha peaked in 1977, when 114 babies were given the name.

Is Maisha a girl or boy name?

Maisha is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Maisha are girls).

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