Darlisha is an uncommon, yet charming feminine given name of American origin. It was popularized during the late 20th century, likely inspired by the trend of blending two names together to create a unique one. The name Darlisha consists of the elements 'Darla' and 'Sheila', with both components derived from English roots. Darla is a diminutive form of the name Dorothy, meaning 'gift'. Sheila is believed to mean 'pledged' or 'wished for child'. Therefore, Darlisha could be interpreted as 'a gift wished for'. The name has gained some recognition through popular culture, such as being used in the TV series 'The Good Place', further contributing to its uniqueness and appeal.
The name Darlisha was most popular between 1987 and 1991, with a peak of 14 births in 1991. After that, its popularity declined, with fewer than 10 births per year until the late 1990s. Overall, there were 82 babies named Darlisha between 1981 and 1999.