US Popularity:2583
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Persian
Meaning:Alive, life; Womanly
Ayesha is a baby girl name of Arabic and Persian origin meaning “alive,” "life," and "womanly." This feminine choice is associated with Prophet Muhammad’s third and most popular wife, Ayesha. Spelled Ayesha or Aisha, this figure was known to carry a lot of knowledge, write poetry, and advocate for many subjects, providing a wonderful role model for your little one. Whether you want baby to connect to their inner femininity or to feel every beautiful moment that life has to offer, the name Ayesha is the way to go.

Ayesha Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ayesha is currently #404 on The Bump
Girl:Ayesha is currently #289 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ayesha is currently #2583 in U.S. births
Girl:Ayesha is currently #1387 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1387
in 2023
- 28
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky

  • Behind the Name, Aisha December 2022

  • Name Doctor, Ayesha

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