gender neutral
Sasha
defender of mankind
About Sasha
Dynamic and spirited, Sasha brings energy and international flair to the naming landscape. This unisex name has been traditionally used for both genders across various cultures, though in Western contexts it increasingly leans feminine. Sasha's brevity gives it punch and memorability, while its soft sounds prevent it from feeling harsh. The name suits extroverted personalities and quiet observers equally well, offering neutrality that allows your daughter to define it through her own character. Its Russian origins lend exotic appeal while remaining pronounceable and accessible in English-speaking environments. Sasha works effectively as both a given name and a nickname, providing versatility in different settings. The name has a youthful quality that somehow never seems childish, maintaining its appeal across all life stages. For parents seeking something short, sweet, and internationally minded without being common, Sasha provides an excellent solution with widespread recognition and easy wearability.
Popularity of the Name Sasha
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | #867 | ||||
| 1973 | #583 | #366 | #585 | ||
| 1974 | #627 | #267 | |||
| 1975 | #669 | #186 | |||
| 1976 | #626 | #282 | #588 | ||
| 1977 | #557 | #285 | |||
| 1978 | #485 | #284 | |||
| 1979 | #509 | #248 | |||
| 1980 | #371 | #199 | |||
| 1981 | #433 | #327 | |||
| 1982 | #480 | #512 | |||
| 1983 | #406 | ||||
| 1984 | #446 | #387 | |||
| 1985 | #381 | ||||
| 1986 | #225 | #292 | |||
| 1987 | #152 | #239 | #565 | ||
| 1988 | #147 | #247 | #402 | ||
| 1989 | #169 | #323 | #570 | ||
| 1990 | #199 | #257 | #438 | ||
| 1991 | #278 | #176 | #450 | #243 | |
| 1992 | #293 | #184 | #610 | #255 | |
| 1993 | #317 | #161 | #411 | #247 | |
| 1994 | #374 | #234 | #348 | ||
| 1995 | #366 | #186 | #411 | #313 | |
| 1996 | #381 | #147 | #527 | #339 | |
| 1997 | #419 | #143 | #198 | #292 | #376 |
| 1998 | #432 | #151 | #211 | #485 | #339 |
| 1999 | #467 | #121 | #207 | #225 | #432 |
| 2000 | #476 | #139 | #231 | #234 | #380 |
| 2001 | #424 | #137 | #210 | #252 | #304 |
| 2002 | #367 | #144 | #248 | #310 | #292 |
| 2003 | #368 | #149 | #230 | #292 | #305 |
| 2004 | #368 | #163 | #198 | #270 | #293 |
| 2005 | #373 | #183 | #147 | #230 | #284 |
| 2006 | #336 | #195 | #108 | #236 | #271 |
| 2007 | #350 | #194 | #102 | #210 | #234 |
| 2008 | #361 | #191 | #133 | #247 | #334 |
| 2009 | #262 | #184 | #116 | #230 | #192 |
| 2010 | #341 | #217 | #157 | #252 | #305 |
| 2011 | #374 | #266 | #96 | #356 | #273 |
| 2012 | #450 | #244 | #122 | #236 | #290 |
| 2013 | #433 | #370 | #114 | #239 | #327 |
| 2014 | #565 | #337 | #202 | #288 | #393 |
| 2015 | #542 | #398 | #169 | #344 | #425 |
| 2016 | #528 | #477 | #178 | #269 | #478 |
| 2017 | #519 | #432 | #292 | #392 | #422 |
| 2018 | #573 | #520 | #190 | #206 | #355 |
| 2019 | #631 | #571 | #238 | #411 | #481 |
| 2020 | #605 | #526 | #232 | #429 | #479 |
| 2021 | #573 | #581 | #326 | #498 | #504 |
| 2022 | #637 | #585 | #321 | #488 | #504 |
| 2023 | #620 | #655 | #296 | #806 | #553 |
| 2024 | #638 | #820 | #845 | #562 | |
| 2025 | #684 | #327 | #819 | #793 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Sasha
- Sacha
- Sascha
- Sachia
Names Similar to Sasha
Nicknames for Sasha
- Sash
- Shasha
- Ash
- Sas
Famous People Named Sasha
| Sasha Obama | Daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama |
| Sasha Pieterse | South African-born American actress and singer |
| Sasha Cohen | American figure skater and Olympic medalist |
| Sasha Banks | Professional wrestler and actress |
| Sasha Grey | American actress, model, and musician |
| Sasha Jackson | English actress |
| Sasha Luss | Russian model and actress |
| Sasha Spielberg | American actress, singer, and daughter of filmmaker Steven Spielberg |
| Sasha Alexander | American actress known for roles in TV shows like "Rizzoli & Isles" |
| Sasha Velour | Drag queen and winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race" Season 9 |
| Sasha Digiulian | American rock climber and world champion |
| Sasha Farber | Professional dancer on "Dancing with the Stars" |
| Sasha Pivovarova | Russian supermodel |
| Sasha Cooke | American opera singer |
| Sasha Agha | Indian actress and singer |
| Sasha Gates | American reality TV personality and model |
| Sasha Clements | Canadian actress and singer |
| Sasha Yodashkin | Russian-American fantasy author |
| Sasha Issenberg | American journalist and author |
| Sasha Alsberg | Booktuber and author |
Characters Named Sasha
| Sasha Blouse | Character from the manga and anime series "Attack on Titan" |
| Sasha Braus | Character from the manga and anime series "Attack on Titan" |
| Sasha Valentine | Character from the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Sasha Williams | Character from the TV show "The Walking Dead" |
| Sasha Belov | Character from the movie "Center Stage" |
| Sasha Bordeaux | DC Comics character and former bodyguard of Batman |
| Sasha Nein | Character from the video game "Psychonauts" |
| Sasha Banks | Character from the video game "Saints Row" |
| Sasha Boyd | Character from the video game "The Sims 2" |
| Sasha Velour | Drag persona and character created by Sasha Velour |
| Sasha James | Character from the TV show "Nikita" |
| Sasha Cooper | Character from the TV show "Shooter" |
| Sasha Forbes | Character from the TV show "The Originals" |
| Sasha Allgood | Character from the book "The Naturals" by Jennifer Lynn Barnes |
| Sasha Riggs | Character from the book "Island of Glass" by Nora Roberts |
| Sasha Pieterse | Character from the TV show "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Sasha Sullivan | Character from the book "The Lying Game" by Sara Shepard |
| Sasha Lebedeva | Character from the book "The Goldfinch" by Donna Tartt |
| Sasha Blake | Character from the book "The Heir" by Kiera Cass |