Ayisha
Ayisha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Living, full of life”.
| Meaning | Living, full of life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | ah-YEE-shah |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ayisha
Ayisha is a spelling of ʿĀʾisha that writes the glide between the two vowels as y, matching the way the name is spoken. It means 'alive' or 'living well'. ʿĀʾisha bint Abī Bakr, wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was a leading scholar of the early community who narrated more than two thousand hadith.
Is Ayisha a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayisha is a spelling of Aisha, the name of the Mother of the Believers Aisha bint Abi Bakr. It is one of the most popular Muslim girls' names.
Where is the name Ayisha used?
Used worldwide; the Ayisha spelling is common in Ghana, Nigeria, India and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Ayisha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayisha mean?
Ayisha means 'Living, full of life'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ayisha a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayisha is a spelling of Aisha, the name of the Mother of the Believers Aisha bint Abi Bakr. It is one of the most popular Muslim girls' names.
How do you write Ayisha in Arabic?
Ayisha is written عائشة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ayisha?
Ayisha is pronounced ah-YEE-shah.