Areesha
A feminine Arabic name meaning "courageous, victorious, triumphant".
Name Census estimates that about 227 living Americans carry the first name Areesha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Areesha today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Areesha births was 2014 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Areesha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Areesha with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
227
~ 1 in 1,509,931 Americans
Peak year
2014
19 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,601
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Areesha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Areesha from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 136 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Areesha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Areesha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Areeshas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Areesha
The name Areesha has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, dating back several centuries. It is derived from the Arabic word "aris," which means "bride" or "beautiful woman." This suggests that the name was likely given to baby girls in hopes that they would grow up to be radiant and desirable.
In its earliest forms, the name was spelled "Arisha" or "Aresha," with variations in the vowel sounds. It gained popularity across the Middle East and parts of South Asia, particularly in Muslim communities where Arabic names and influences were prevalent.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Areesha can be found in the work of the renowned Persian poet Saadi Shirazi, who lived in the 13th century. In his famous collection of poems, "Gulistan," he mentions a character named Arisha, although it is unclear whether this was a fictional name or inspired by a real person.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Areesha or its variations. One of the earliest recorded was Arisha Bint Ahmed (1125-1201), a renowned scholar and poet from Andalusia, Spain, who was known for her contributions to Arabic literature and philosophy.
In the 16th century, Arisha Khanum (1520-1577) was a prominent figure in the Mughal Empire, serving as a trusted advisor and confidante to the Emperor Akbar. Her wisdom and counsel were highly valued, and she played a significant role in shaping the policies of the empire.
Closer to modern times, Areesha Siddique (1910-1988) was a pioneer in the field of women's education in Pakistan. She founded several schools and educational institutions, advocating for equal access to education for girls and women in a society where such opportunities were limited.
Areesha Jahangir (1934-2018) was a Pakistani artist and sculptor, renowned for her innovative and culturally significant works. She was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades, including the Pride of Performance, one of the highest civilian honors in Pakistan.
Lastly, Areesha Noor (born 1980) is a contemporary Pakistani actress and model who has gained popularity for her roles in television dramas and films. Her talent and beauty have made her a prominent figure in the entertainment industry of Pakistan.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Areesha throughout history, showcasing its rich legacy and cultural significance across various regions and eras.
People
Areesha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Areesha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Areesha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Areesha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 227 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Areesha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,509,931 US residents.
Is Areesha a common name?
We classify Areesha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 75.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 229 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Areesha most popular?
The single biggest year for Areesha was 2014, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Areesha is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Areesha in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Areesha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Areesha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Areesha still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Areesha in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Areesha can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Areesha?
You can see how many Americans are named Areesha on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.