Joy, happiness, or alive
Teesha is often considered a modern American diminutive or variant of Letitia, meaning joy, or Aisha, meaning alive. It gained some popularity in the late 20th century as a rhythmic, phonetic variation within African American communities. Its exact etymological path is varied, often serving as a standalone name derived from the 'tisha' suffix.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Teesha in 2025.
Indian playback singer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
