Taisa

Taisa is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Russian contexts, it derives from the Greek name Thaïs, meaning "bandage" or possibly connected to Thais of Athens, a famous hetaera who accompanied Alexander the Great. In Japanese usage, it can be written with various kanji combinations, each offering different meanings. The name also appears occasionally in Ukrainian and Brazilian naming traditions. Taisa has a gentle yet distinctive sound, with its flowing vowels creating a melodic quality. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has maintained steady usage in Eastern European and certain Latin American communities. The name offers cross-cultural appeal with its concise structure and pleasant phonetics.

Pronounced ty-EE-sa.

As of October 2026, Taisa ranked #19900 in US births in 2009 SSA, peaked at #4437 in 1985.