Anisha

Anisha is a feminine given name used primarily in South Asia, especially in India and Nepal, and is also found among the global Indian diaspora. The name is of Sanskrit origin, though the exact meaning can vary by tradition and interpretation. It is commonly associated with positive attributes such as brightness, virtue, or spiritual significance, and is often described in contemporary usage as evoking clarity or light. There is no single authoritative meaning for Anisha, and different communities may attach different nuances to the name.

In terms of usage, Anisha is widely given to girls and is found across Hindu, Buddhist, and other South Asian communities that adopt Sanskrit-derived names. It is typically transliterated in English as Anisha, with minor variations arising from script-to-phoneme transliteration depending on region.

The name has become part of the broader set of Sanskrit-origin female given names used in India and among expatriate communities, reflecting the cultural practice of selecting meaningful or aspirational names for children.