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