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Tyisha
Pronounced ty-EE-shah /taɪˈiː.ʃɑ/Medium
Meaning: Tyisha is a 1970s American coinage, joining a Ty- opening to the -isha ending (often tied to Aisha, Arabic 'living').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
Tyisha is a coined name, Ty- plus -isha (often tied to Aisha, 'living'). It crested near 1979 before easing off (said 'ty-EE-shah').
It became uncommon after the 1980s. Bright, warm, and firmly period.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Tyisha mean?
Tyisha joins Ty- to -isha, often tied to Aisha, 'living.'
How do you pronounce Tyisha?
It's said ty-EE-shah /taɪˈiː.ʃɑ/ — the stress lands on the part shown in capitals.
Is Tyisha a made-up name?
Yes — it's a genuine 1970s coinage.
How popular is Tyisha?
Tyisha was a modest favorite of the late nineteen-seventies and has been uncommon since.













