Neesa
Sanskrit · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Neesa
Neesa is a feminine name meaning "woman" or "lady," derived from Sanskrit roots, particularly related to the Sanskrit word "nisha" (नीश) meaning night, though variant forms connect to terms denoting femininity.
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Etymology
Neesa is a feminine name meaning "woman" or "lady," derived from Sanskrit roots, particularly related to the Sanskrit word "nisha" (नीश) meaning night, though variant forms connect to terms denoting femininity. The name is primarily used in Indian, Hindu, and South Asian cultures, with historical usage in classical Sanskrit literature and modern Hindi-speaking communities.
Neesa currently ranks #17,450 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2004.
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