Aisha
Aisha is a girls' name of Arabic origin meaning “alive, living, prosperous.” It ranked #187 in the United States in 2025. Aisha was the beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad, renowned for her intelligence, scholarship, and leadership.
how do you pronounce Aisha?
ah-EE-shah
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what does Aisha mean?
The name Aisha means “alive, living, prosperous.” It comes from the Arabic language tradition.
Aisha was the beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad, renowned for her intelligence, scholarship, and leadership. She narrated over two thousand hadith and was a respected authority on Islamic jurisprudence. The name embodies vitality, wisdom, and the powerful role of women in early Islamic history.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #187 |
| 2023 | #194 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Aisha?
- Aisha (wife of Prophet Muhammad, 'Mother of the Believers')
- Aisha Tyler (American actress and television host)
what names are similar to Aisha?
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