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Prisha

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Pronounced PREE-shah /ˈpriː.ʃə/Low

Meaning: Beloved, darling, one with a loving natureLow

In 30 seconds: Prisha is a Sanskrit name meaning beloved or one with a loving nature, from the root priya meaning dear or cherished. It is popular in India and in South Asian diaspora communities, with a sweet, warm sound that translates well across languages.
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Origin LowSanskrit, Hindi
MeaningBeloved, darling, one with a loving nature
U.S. rank (2025)#1238 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births182 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,014

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201720012025

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

Prisha derives from the Sanskrit root priya meaning dear or beloved, which has produced a large family of names across South Asian languages. It is used in Hindi, Gujarati, and other Indian languages, carrying the warm meaning of a cherished, loving person.

Prisha has grown in visibility in Western countries as South Asian communities have expanded. Its two syllables make it easy to pronounce across languages, and its meaning of beloved connects it to a universal human sentiment.

Did you know? The Sanskrit root priya meaning beloved or dear appears in many beloved South Asian names including Priya, Priyal, Priyanka, and Prisha — a whole family of names expressing love and cherished affection.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Prisha

Variations

PriyashaPrishaPresha

Nicknames

PriRisha

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Asha— shares Prisha's Sanskrit roots
Saisha— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does Prisha mean?

Prisha means beloved or one with a loving nature, from the Sanskrit root priya meaning dear or cherished.

Is Prisha an Indian name?

Yes, Prisha is a Sanskrit-origin name widely used in India in Hindi, Gujarati, and other South Asian languages.

How do you pronounce Prisha?

Prisha is pronounced PREE-shah, with two syllables and stress on the first.

What names are similar to Prisha?

Names similar to Prisha include Priya, Isha, and Nisha.

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