Find out how popular the first name Sorsha has been for the last 35 years (from 1989 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sorsha by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Sorsha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sorsha.

The history of the first name Sorsha

The name Sorsha is a relatively modern invention, likely created in the 20th century. It does not appear to have any known origins or etymology from ancient languages or cultures.

Some sources suggest that Sorsha may be a variation or feminized form of the Irish name Soren or the Scandinavian name Soren/Søren, which is derived from the Greek name Severus, meaning "severe" or "strict". However, there is no definitive evidence to support this connection.

There are no known historical references to the name Sorsha in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. The earliest recorded examples of the name are relatively recent and likely stem from its use as a fictional character name in modern literature or media.

One of the earliest and most notable uses of the name Sorsha was for the character Sorsha in the 1988 fantasy film "Willow", directed by Ron Howard. In the film, Sorsha was portrayed by actress Joanne Whalley and was a powerful warrior and the daughter of the villainous Queen Bavmorda.

Another notable individual with the name Sorsha is Sorsha Lewis, a Canadian actress and voice artist born in 1981. She has provided voice work for various animated series and video games.

Sorsha Carey is a British actress and model born in 1992, known for her roles in television series such as "Casualty" and "Grantchester".

Sorsha Aghamalian is an American professional wrestler and former bodybuilder, born in 1976. She has competed in various independent wrestling promotions under the ring name "Sorsha".

Sorsha Heatley is a Scottish actress and model, born in 1991. She has appeared in several short films and television series.

While the name Sorsha may have gained some popularity in recent decades, particularly in certain regions or cultural contexts, it does not have a long or well-documented historical background compared to many other given names.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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