Woman; one who protects; desire
In Hebrew, Isha is the word for woman, derived from the same root as the word for man. In Sanskrit, it is a feminine name meaning one who protects or a ruler, often associated with divine energy. It is also found in Arabic contexts where it can relate to life or desire.
Less common today
Isha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,087 in 2002.
Indian actress and model
British-American journalist and news anchor
Indian film actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).