Find out how popular the first name Priyasha has been for the last 5 years (from 2009 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Priyasha by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Priyasha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Priyasha.

The history of the first name Priyasha

The name Priyasha finds its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that is the root of many modern Indian languages. It is a combination of two words: "priya," meaning beloved or dear, and "asha," meaning hope or desire. Thus, the name Priyasha can be interpreted to mean "beloved hope" or "dear desire."

This name has been in use in the Indian subcontinent for centuries, particularly among Hindu communities. Its earliest known reference can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was used to refer to various female deities and characters.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Priyasha is found in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this epic, Priyasha was the name of a princess who was known for her beauty and intelligence.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Priyasha. One such woman was Priyasha Guha (1936-2022), an Indian writer, and poet who made significant contributions to Bengali literature. She was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award, one of India's highest literary honors, in 1977.

Another notable Priyasha was Priyasha Mukherjee (1947-2018), an Indian classical dancer who specialized in the Odissi dance form. She was a recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, India's highest honor in the performing arts, in 1998.

In the field of science, Priyasha Dutta (1962-present) is a prominent Indian physicist who has made significant contributions to the study of nuclear physics. She is currently a professor at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai.

Priyasha Gunjal (1990-present) is a renowned Indian classical vocalist who has performed both nationally and internationally. She has received several awards and accolades for her contribution to Hindustani classical music.

Priyasha Bhattacharya (1993-present) is a talented Indian actress who has appeared in several Bengali films and television shows. She won the Best Actress award at the Kalakar Awards in 2018 for her performance in the film "Datta."

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