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Alishah
Pronounced uh-LEE-shuh /əˈliː.ʃə/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Alisha, a name used in Arabic and Persian contexts and linked in sound to Aisha, 'living; prosperous.' Route layered, which we note.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
As a girl's name Alishah reads as a form of Alisha, linked to 'noble' or to Aisha ('living'). The route is layered, which we note — rare in the U.S. (said 'uh-LEE-shuh').
It appears only rarely, beside the more common Alisha. Rare, warm, and flowing.
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What does the name Alishah mean?
Alishah is a form of Alisha (Arabic/Persian), linked to 'noble' or to Aisha, 'living; prosperous.' Route layered.
How do you pronounce Alishah?
It's said uh-LEE-shuh /əˈliː.ʃə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Alishah a boy or girl name?
Alishah is a girl's name.
How popular is Alishah?
Alishah is a rare name in the U.S.