Mwanaasha
Mwanaasha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Daughter of Aisha; living”.
| Meaning | Daughter of Aisha; living |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Swahili, Mwana + Asha (Aisha) |
| Pronunciation | mwah-nah-AH-shah |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mwanaasha
Mwanaasha combines mwana with Asha, the usual Swahili pronunciation of ʿĀʾisha, 'living, alive'. ʿĀʾisha bint Abī Bakr, the Prophet's wife, was one of the great teachers of the early Muslim community. The double a in the spelling marks where the two parts of the name meet.
Is Mwanaasha a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanaasha is a Muslim Swahili name built on Asha (Aisha), the name of the Prophet's wife.
Where is the name Mwanaasha used?
Used in Tanzania and coastal Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mwanaasha mean?
Mwanaasha means 'Daughter of Aisha; living'. It comes from Swahili, Mwana + Asha (Aisha).
Is Mwanaasha a Muslim name?
Yes. Mwanaasha is a Muslim Swahili name built on Asha (Aisha), the name of the Prophet's wife.
How do you pronounce Mwanaasha?
Mwanaasha is pronounced mwah-nah-AH-shah.