Find out how popular the first name Terisha has been for the last 25 years (from 1975 to 1999) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Terisha by gender

Based on the last 25 years of data, Terisha is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1999, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Terisha.

The history of the first name Terisha

The name Terisha is thought to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to be a variation of the name Tarisha, which means "the night" or "the dark one." This name may have been derived from the Sanskrit word "tamas," meaning darkness or ignorance.

The exact origins of the name Terisha are difficult to pinpoint, as it is not a commonly found name in ancient texts or historical records. However, it is possible that the name was used in some regions of ancient India, given its linguistic roots in Sanskrit.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Terisha can be found in the writings of the Indian poet and philosopher, Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941). In his collection of short stories, "Galpaguchchha," published in 1900, one of the characters is named Terisha.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have borne the name Terisha. One such person was Terisha Devi (1925-2010), an Indian classical dancer and choreographer, who was renowned for her contributions to the Kathak dance form.

Another notable Terisha was Terisha Browne (1958-2004), an American actress and singer who appeared in several Broadway productions and television shows in the 1980s and 1990s.

In the field of literature, Terisha Gonsalves (born 1970) is an Indian writer and poet who has published several collections of poems and short stories.

Terisha Venkatesh (born 1985) is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer who has gained recognition for her performances in both India and abroad.

Lastly, Terisha Kaur (born 1992) is a Canadian actress and model who has appeared in various television shows and films in recent years.

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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