Aisyah
Aisyah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Living, alive (form of Aisha)”.
| Meaning | Living, alive (form of Aisha) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Malay / Indonesian form of Arabic ʿĀʾisha |
| Arabic spelling | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | eye-SHAH |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aisyah
Aisyah is the standard Malay and Indonesian spelling of ʿĀʾisha, since Malay writes the sh sound as sy and marks the final tāʾ marbūṭa with h. It is one of the most popular girls' names in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, often in combinations like Nur Aisyah, and honours ʿĀʾisha, Mother of the Believers.
Is Aisyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Aisyah is a Muslim name, the Malay and Indonesian spelling of Aisha.
Where is the name Aisyah used?
Extremely common in Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore.
Gifts with the name Aisyah
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Spellings and variants of Aisyah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aisyah mean?
Aisyah means 'Living, alive (form of Aisha)'. It comes from Malay / Indonesian form of Arabic ʿĀʾisha.
Is Aisyah a Muslim name?
Yes. Aisyah is a Muslim name, the Malay and Indonesian spelling of Aisha.
How do you write Aisyah in Arabic?
Aisyah is written عائشة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aisyah?
Aisyah is pronounced eye-SHAH.