Havisha
A feminine name from Hindi meaning "divine gift" or "offering".
Name Census estimates that about 54 living Americans carry the first name Havisha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Havisha today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Havisha births was 2014 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Havisha. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Havisha. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
54
~ 1 in 6,347,303 Americans
Peak year
2014
10 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2023 SSA rank
#14,045
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Havisha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Havisha from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 38 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Havisha remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Havisha 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 Havisha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Havisha
The name Havisha is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, with roots that can be traced back to ancient India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "havish," which means "oblation" or "offering." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with religious rituals or ceremonies in Hindu culture.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Havisha can be found in the sacred Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. It is mentioned as the name of a sage or rishi who played a significant role in the development of Vedic literature and philosophy. This association lends the name a sense of wisdom and spiritual significance.
In the medieval period, the name Havisha gained prominence in various regions of the Indian subcontinent. Historical records indicate that it was particularly popular among the Brahmin community, which held a respected position in the traditional caste system. Several eminent scholars and religious leaders bore this name during this time.
One notable figure in Indian history with the name Havisha was a celebrated poet and philosopher who lived in the 12th century CE. His works were widely acclaimed for their intellectual depth and literary excellence, and he is remembered as a influential thinker of his era.
Another prominent individual with the name Havisha was a renowned astrologer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy during the 16th century CE. His treatises on celestial movements and astrological calculations were highly regarded and studied by scholars across the region.
In the realm of spirituality, a revered saint and mystic named Havisha gained a following in the 17th century CE. His teachings on the path to enlightenment and inner peace attracted devotees from various walks of life, and his influence continues to be felt in certain spiritual traditions to this day.
While the name Havisha has its roots in ancient India, it has also found its way into other cultures and regions over time. In some Southeast Asian countries, variations of the name can be found, reflecting the cultural exchange and migration patterns that have shaped the region's history.
Overall, the name Havisha carries a rich historical legacy, imbued with connotations of religious devotion, scholarly pursuits, and spiritual enlightenment. Its origins in the Sanskrit language and association with ancient Indian culture have contributed to its enduring significance and appeal across generations.
People
Havisha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Havisha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Havisha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Havisha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 54 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Havisha 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 6,347,303 US residents.
Is Havisha a common name?
We classify Havisha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 55.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 54 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Havisha most popular?
The single biggest year for Havisha was 2014, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Havisha is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Havisha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Havisha 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.