Artisha
A feminine name of obscure origin, possibly from the French "artiste" meaning "artist".
Name Census estimates that about 451 living Americans carry the first name Artisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Artisha today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Artisha births was 1993 (24 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Artisha. 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.
People living today
451
~ 1 in 759,987 Americans
Peak year
1993
24 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
2003 SSA rank
#16,049
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Artisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Artisha from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 180 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Artisha 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 Artisha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Artishas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Illinois, New York recorded the most babies named Artisha, while New York, Illinois, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 5 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Artisha
The name Artisha is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, with roots dating back to the ancient Achaemenid Empire of Persia (550–330 BCE). The name is thought to be derived from the Old Persian word "arta," which means "truth" or "honesty." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were perceived as embodying these virtues.
While the name's exact origins are uncertain, one of the earliest recorded instances of a similar name can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In this epic work, a character named Arteshtara is mentioned, which bears a striking resemblance to the name Artisha.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Artisha or its variations. One of the earliest known examples is Artisha of Persia, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 5th century CE. Her writings on ethics and metaphysics were influential in the region during her time.
Another significant figure was Artisha al-Kindi, an Arab mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of algebra and optics and is considered one of the pioneers of the scientific renaissance in the Islamic world.
In the realm of literature, Artisha Gorgani was a celebrated Persian poet and mystic who lived in the 12th century CE. Her poetry, often imbued with Sufi themes, has been widely studied and admired for its depth and beauty.
Moving forward in time, Artisha Begum was a prominent figure in the Mughal Empire of India during the 16th century CE. She was a skilled calligrapher and painter, and her works adorned many of the imperial palaces and manuscripts of the time.
Lastly, Artisha Sultana was a notable figure in the 19th century Ottoman Empire. She was a philanthropist and advocate for women's education, establishing several schools and educational institutions for girls in the region.
While these are just a few examples, the name Artisha has a rich and diverse history, spanning various cultures and time periods. Its roots in the ancient Persian language and its association with virtues such as truth and honesty have contributed to its enduring appeal and significance throughout the centuries.
People
Artisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Artisha 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
Artisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Artisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 451 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Artisha 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 759,987 US residents.
Is Artisha a common name?
We classify Artisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 478 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Artisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Artisha was 1993, when 24 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Artisha is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Artisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Artisha 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.
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.