Lasha
A feminine name of Georgian origin meaning "brave" or "courageous".
Name Census estimates that about 980 living Americans carry the first name Lasha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lasha today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lasha births was 1991 (59 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lasha. 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
980
~ 1 in 349,749 Americans
Peak year
1991
59 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
2012 SSA rank
#14,345
Tracked since 1966
Popularity
Lasha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lasha from the 1960s through to the 2010s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 366 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
Lasha 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 Lasha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lashas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Illinois, California, Pennsylvania recorded the most babies named Lasha, while Texas, Ohio, Missouri recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 8 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lasha
The name Lasha originated in Georgia, a country located in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It has roots in the Georgian language and can be traced back to ancient times. The name is believed to be derived from the Georgian word "lashi," which means "light" or "bright."
In Georgian culture, the name Lasha has been associated with nobility, strength, and leadership. It was commonly given to boys born into influential families or those destined for important roles within society. The name's connection to light and brightness also imbued it with positive connotations of purity and clarity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lasha can be found in the medieval Georgian chronicle "The Life of Kings," which documents the reigns of various Georgian monarchs. In this text, a prince named Lasha is mentioned as a prominent figure during the 11th century.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lasha. One of the most famous was Lasha Giorgi (1572-1605), a Georgian prince and military leader who played a crucial role in defending the country against Ottoman invasions. Another notable figure was Lasha Zhordania (1899-1958), a prominent Georgian writer and poet who contributed significantly to the country's literary heritage.
In the realm of sports, Lasha Talachadze (born 1983) is a Georgian weightlifter who has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, bringing honor to his name and country. Lasha Chkhartishvili (born 1983) is another Georgian athlete, a former professional basketball player who represented his country in international competitions.
Lasha Shavgulidze (born 1976) is a Georgian actor and film director who has received acclaim for his work in both Georgian and international cinema. His name has become synonymous with the artistic excellence and cultural richness of his homeland.
While the name Lasha has its roots in Georgia, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among those with connections to Georgian culture or heritage. However, its historical significance and deep-rooted meaning remain firmly grounded in the lands of its origin, where it has been cherished for centuries.
People
Lasha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lasha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lasha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lasha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 980 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lasha 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 349,749 US residents.
Is Lasha a common name?
We classify Lasha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 90% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,033 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lasha most popular?
The single biggest year for Lasha was 1991, when 59 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lasha is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lasha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lasha 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.