Meaning:
Its source is an Arabic expression meaning "Alive and well."
Popularity:
The name Tyisha ranked 3842nd in popularity for females of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.
Though this name appears on the 1990 U.S. Census lists, it is used by only a small percentage of the general population.
Narrative:
This name was borne by the Prophet Muhammed's third wife, and is especially favored in the Moslem world.
Though its use in English-speaking countries is a relatively recent development, it has spawned many variations based on its pleasing sounds.
Some authorities link this name to the moon goddess
