Ayesha
Ayesha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Living, lively, prosperous”.
| Meaning | Living, lively, prosperous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | AH-ee-shah |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ayesha
Ayesha is the South Asian spelling of ʿĀʾisha, 'living' or 'full of life'. ʿĀʾisha bint Abī Bakr, Mother of the Believers and wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was one of the greatest narrators of hadith and a teacher of the Companions. The name is used by Muslims everywhere.
Is Ayesha a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayesha is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, the name of ʿAʾisha, Mother of the Believers.
Where is the name Ayesha used?
Used worldwide; Ayesha is the usual spelling in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Ayesha
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Spellings and variants of Ayesha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayesha mean?
Ayesha means 'Living, lively, prosperous'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ayesha a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayesha is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, the name of ʿAʾisha, Mother of the Believers.
How do you write Ayesha in Arabic?
Ayesha is written عائشة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ayesha?
Ayesha is pronounced AH-ee-shah.