Aysha
Aysha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Living, alive, prosperous”.
| Meaning | Living, alive, prosperous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | EYE-shah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Aysha
Aysha is one of the many English spellings of ʿĀʾisha. It comes from the Arabic root ʿ-y-sh, 'to live', and means 'living' or 'one who lives well'. ʿĀʾisha bint Abī Bakr was married to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and is a Mother of the Believers. She passed on a huge number of hadith, and Companions sought her guidance on law and the Prophet's practice.
Is Aysha a Muslim name?
Aysha is a spelling of Aisha, honouring ʿĀʾisha, the Prophet's wife and Mother of the Believers.
How popular is Aysha?
It is used by Muslims everywhere, with the Aysha spelling especially common in South Asia, Britain and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Aysha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aysha mean?
Aysha means 'Living, alive, prosperous'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aysha a Muslim name?
Aysha is a spelling of Aisha, honouring ʿĀʾisha, the Prophet's wife and Mother of the Believers.
How do you pronounce Aysha?
Aysha is pronounced EYE-shah.
Is Aysha a boy or girl name?
Aysha is usually a girl name.