Aaisha

“living”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7637US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

216All-time births

📅 Since 198100

What does Aaisha mean and where does it come from?

Aaisha is a variant spelling of Aisha, an Arabic name meaning 'living' or 'prosperous'. Aisha was the name of one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a significant name in Islamic culture. Variants of the name can also be found in different cultures, such as Ayesha or Aicha. The name is

Cultural significance

Aaisha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #6009 in 1985 — currently #7637 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aaisha?

Aaisha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aaisha Grace

How popular is Aaisha right now?

Rising fast — up 3587 spots — currently #7637 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#7637 · Top 5.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7637	14	▲ up 3587 · +75% births
2022	#11224	8	▼ down 3202 · -38% births
2021	#8022	13	▲ up 7570 · +160% births
2020	#15592	5	▼ down 5880 · -55% births
2015	#9712	11	▲ up 1869 · +22% births
2010	#11581	9	▲ up 670 · +13% births
2005	#12251	8	▲ up 1661 · +33% births
2000	#13912	6	▼ down 4666 · -33% births
1995	#9246	9	▼ down 3237 · -25% births
1985	#6009	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aaisha

Best Year1985Rank #6009

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10519

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Aaisha

Aaisha is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 216 total births recorded, Aaisha remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6009 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7637 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aaisha in 1985:

Jessica Ashley Jennifer Amanda Sarah

Aaisha by decade

Aaisha peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	35
1990s	42
2000s	53
2010s ★	81
2020s	5

💎Aaisha has only 216 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aaisha?

Common

AaiAaieAayIsha

Famous people named Aaisha

Aaisha (historical Arab ruler)

Aaisha held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Aaisha (Islamic scholar)

Aaisha bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Aaisha (Sufi mystic)

Aaisha used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Aaisha (Islamic scholar)

Aaisha bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Aaisha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aaisha also consider these

Aaishah

Arabic · Arabic

Ayisha

Arabic · alive, living

Adaisha

Arabic · noble

Aeisha

Arabic · alive, living

Aalisha

India · Hindi

Aanisha

African · A African name

Aayisha

African · A African name

Arisha

Arabic · A land with

Common questions about the name Aaisha

What does the name Aaisha mean?

Aaisha means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aaisha?

Aaisha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aaisha have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Aaisha?

Aaisha originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Aaisha trending right now?

Aaisha is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Aaisha a common or rare name?

Aaisha is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.