Danisha

Danisha appears to be a feminine name that combines the familiar name root 'Dan' with the suffix '-isha.' The 'Dan' element may derive from Hebrew, meaning 'judge' or 'God is my judge,' as found in the biblical name Daniel. The '-isha' suffix is a common feminine ending in several naming traditions, possibly influenced by Sanskrit where 'isha' relates to 'goddess' or 'female ruler.' Danisha emerged in the United States during the 1970s and gained modest popularity through the 1990s. The name represents a pattern of adding melodic suffixes to traditional name roots to create distinctive feminine names. While never entering the top tier of popular names, Danisha has maintained steady usage across various regions of the United States, particularly resonating with parents seeking a name with a recognizable foundation but unique overall presentation.

Pronounced duh-NEE-shuh.

As of October 2026, Danisha ranked #6906 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1156 in 1994.