Aisha

Girl's name

Aisha is an Arabic name derived from the word "a'isha," meaning "alive" or "living."

Meaning Thriving
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 900
Peak year 1977

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Aisha Tyler - Actress, comedian, and TV host.
  • Aisha Hinds - Actress known for her roles in TV shows.
  • Aisha Dee - Actress and singer in TV series.
  • Aisha Morris - Daughter of musician Stevie Wonder.
  • Aisha Burns - Musician and violinist in indie folk band.
  • Aisha Fukushima - Singer, speaker, and educator.
  • Aisha Praught-Leer - Jamaican-American middle-distance runner.
  • Aisha Alhassan - Nigerian politician and former Minister of Women Affairs.
  • Aisha Buhari - First Lady of Nigeria and women's rights advocate.
  • Aisha Evans - Executive in the automotive industry.

Sisters for Aisha

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Brothers for Aisha

Boy names closely related to Aisha

Name Variants

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