Maisha
Maisha is a Muslim girl name of Swahili, from Arabic maʿīsha origin, meaning “Life, living well”.
| Meaning | Life, living well |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, from Arabic maʿīsha |
| Written as | معيشة |
| Pronunciation | mah-EE-shah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | East Africa, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Maisha
Maisha is the Swahili word for life, borrowed from the Arabic maʿīsha, meaning livelihood or a way of living. It has become a well-liked girl's name in East Africa. In Bangladesh it is also widely used and is simply understood as life or lively. Its Arabic root, ʿ-y-sh, meaning to live, is the same one found in the name Aisha.
Is Maisha a Muslim name?
Taken from the Arabic maʿīsha, Maisha has a wholly positive sense of life and a good livelihood. The word maʿīsha appears in the Quran: 'We have apportioned among them their livelihood (maʿīshatahum) in the life of this world' (Quran 43:32).
How popular is Maisha?
Popular in Kenya, Tanzania and Bangladesh, and among families from those countries abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Maisha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maisha mean?
Maisha means 'Life, living well'. It is of Swahili, from Arabic maʿīsha origin.
Is Maisha a Muslim name?
Taken from the Arabic maʿīsha, Maisha has a wholly positive sense of life and a good livelihood. The word maʿīsha appears in the Quran: 'We have apportioned among them their livelihood (maʿīshatahum) in the life of this world' (Quran 43:32).
How do you pronounce Maisha?
Maisha is pronounced mah-EE-shah.
Is Maisha a boy or girl name?
Maisha is usually a girl name.