The baby name Julisha is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced joo-LEE-sha (IPA: /dʒuːˈliːʃə/).
Julisha is English in Origin.
The baby name Julisha is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced joo-LEE-sha (IPA: /dʒuːˈliːʃə/).
Julisha is English in Origin.
Julisha is a modern feminine given name with two plausible roots. In East African usage it echoes the Swahili verb kujulisha, "to inform, make known," lending meanings such as "one who reveals" or "bringer of news." In English-speaking and South Asian contexts it also reads as a blended form of Julie/Julia and Alisha/Aisha; under that analysis it carries associations of "youthful" (from Latin Iulius) alongside "noble" (Alicia/Alisha) or "alive" (Aisha).
The name is rare in historical records and seems to have emerged in the late 20th century, aligning with trends for creative blends and African or Arabic-influenced forms. It appears in Kenya, Tanzania, and the diaspora, as well as in the Caribbean and South Asia. Near-variants include Juliesha, Julieesha, Juleesha, Juleisha, Julisa, and Julissa; short forms include Juli and Lisha.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NA | Girls | 0 | #237 | 1 | 7,146 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #918 | 1 | 17,948 |
| United States | Girls | 2006 | #936 | 7 | 10,031 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,071 | 2 | 24,821 |
Julisha is popular in 7 countries — most recent births per country:
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