US Popularity:28096
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:wisdom; desire
Manisha is a baby girl name of Sanskrit and Indian origin. Meaning both “wisdom” and “desire,” Manisha is a baby name associated with powerful women and deities. In Hinduism, Manisha is known as the goddess of the mind. As a decisive deity, Manisha symbolizes intelligence, understanding, and desire. Today, this name also carries strong intuition and has taken root in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. If you want baby to trust their instincts, the name Manisha can only serve as encouragement!

Manisha Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Manisha is currently #1898 on The Bump
Girl:Manisha is currently #847 on The Bump Girl Names

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2018
#28197
in 2018
- 8052
from 2017
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 216

  • Behind the Name, Manisha, December 2017

  • Behind the Name, Manish, May 2020

  • Name Doctor, Manisha

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