Ayesha
Ayesha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Lively, living, prosperous”.
| Meaning | Lively, living, prosperous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | AH-ee-shah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Ayesha
Ayesha is the spelling of ʿĀʾisha favoured in South Asia, and it means 'alive' or 'full of life'. Its root, ʿ-y-sh, is the Arabic for living and thriving. The name honours ʿĀʾisha bint Abī Bakr, wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a Mother of the Believers. She is remembered as one of the great transmitters of hadith, and many of the Companions came to her to learn about the faith.
Is Ayesha a Muslim name?
Ayesha honours ʿAʾisha, wife of the Prophet ﷺ and Mother of the Believers, and is among the most cherished Muslim girls' names.
How popular is Ayesha?
It is used everywhere, and Ayesha is the standard spelling in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Ayesha
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Spellings and variants of Ayesha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayesha mean?
Ayesha means 'Lively, living, prosperous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ayesha a Muslim name?
Ayesha honours ʿAʾisha, wife of the Prophet ﷺ and Mother of the Believers, and is among the most cherished Muslim girls' names.
How do you pronounce Ayesha?
Ayesha is pronounced AH-ee-shah.
Is Ayesha a boy or girl name?
Ayesha is usually a girl name.