A'ishah
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:Wife of the prophet; Woman; Alive, happily living
A'ishah is a girl's name of Arabic origin. The name has several meanings, including "wife of a prophet," "woman," "alive," and "happily living." A'ishah is widely used throughout the Muslim community in honor of Muhammad's third wife. In the Qur'an, A'ishah is known as a dedicated follower of Islam and a knowledgeable scholar. Modern variants of the name include Aaisha, Aisha, and Ayesha. Whatever you take from A'ishah, it is a reverent name that will inspire baby to embrace life's blessings and express their faithful devotion.
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100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 70
Behind the Name, A'ishah May 2017
Behind the Name, Aisha9https://www.behindthename.com/name/aisha) December 2022
Quranic Names, A'ishah
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