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Omisha
Pronounced oh-MEE-shuh /oʊˈmiː.ʃə/Medium
Meaning: A Sanskrit-derived Indian name, usually glossed as 'goddess of birth and death' — read as a compound of the sacred syllable Om with isha ('lord; goddess'). Glosses vary a little between sources, which we note.Low
History & Origin
Omisha is an Indian name of Sanskrit derivation, usually read as a compound of Om — the sacred syllable at the heart of Hindu practice — and isha, 'lord; goddess'. It is commonly glossed as 'goddess of birth and death'. Sources vary somewhat in how they explain it, which we note honestly. Three warm, flowing beats (said 'oh-MEE-shuh').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely. Rare here, used in Indian families.
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What does the name Omisha mean?
Omisha is a Sanskrit-derived name usually glossed as 'goddess of birth and death', from Om plus isha ('lord; goddess'). Glosses vary, which we note.
How do you pronounce Omisha?
It's said oh-MEE-shuh /oʊˈmiː.ʃə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Omisha a boy or girl name?
Omisha is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Omisha?
Omisha is rare in the U.S. and better known in India.