Malisha
Girl nameMalisha has been given to 637 babies in the U.S. since 1964. It peaked in 1981.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
637
Peak year
1981 (43 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1964
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Malisha — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Malisha.
Sibling name ideas for Malisha
Same era and popularity as Malisha, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Malisha?
Malisha has been given to 637 babies in the U.S. since 1964. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Malisha peak?
Malisha peaked in 1981, when 43 babies were given the name.
Is Malisha a girl or boy name?
Malisha is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Malisha are girls).
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