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Leisha

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Leisha Pronunciation

Leisha is pronounced LEE-shah /ˈli.ʃɑ/Medium

Meaning: Short form of Alisha/Aleesha — variously 'noble' (Alice) or Arabic 'protected by God'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Soft and bright: Leisha shortens Alisha — 'noble' (or 'protected by God'). Warm, modern, and lovely.
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Origin MediumGerman, Arabic
MeaningShort form of Alisha/Aleesha — variously 'noble' (Alice) or Arabic 'protected by God'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#4514 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1961
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,090

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

US baby name popularity trendUS births per year from 1956 to 2024. Peak in 1961 with 144 births.07214419561961198020002020peak 1961 · 144

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Leisha is a short form of Alisha/Aleesha — variously a form of Alice, from Germanic adal, 'noble', or Arabic 'protected by God' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, warm modern name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, noble-or-protected at the root, and soft.

Did you know? Leisha shortens Alisha/Aleesha — a form of Alice ('noble'), overlapping Arabic 'protected by God'; a soft, modern name.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Alisha — routes layered

Variations

AlishaAleeshaLisha

Nicknames

Lee

Themes & Styles

If you like Leisha…

Alisha— the fuller name
Keisha— a companion -isha name
Aysha— lands in the same popularity range
Mirha— shares the -ha ending
Raha— shares the -ha ending

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Leisha?

Leisha is pronounced LEE-shah (/ˈli.ʃɑ/). Press play above to hear Leisha said aloud.

How do you say Leisha?

Leisha is said LEE-shah (/ˈli.ʃɑ/). Press play above to hear Leisha said aloud.

What does the name Leisha mean?

Leisha shortens Alisha — 'noble' (Alice) or 'protected by God' (Arabic); the routes are layered.

Is Leisha a boy or girl name?

Leisha is a girl's name.

How popular is Leisha?

Leisha is a rare name in the U.S.

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