Ayesha
Ayesha: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ayesha
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
A spelling variant of Aisha.
How popular is Ayesha?
Since 1880, 6,696 girls in the U.S. have been named Ayesha. Its highest rank for girls was #974 in 1979. In 2025, 156 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Ayesha FAQ
What does the name Ayesha mean?
A female given name from Arabic. A spelling variant of Aisha.
What is the origin of the name Ayesha?
Ayesha is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Ayesha?
Since 1880, 6,696 girls in the U.S. have been named Ayesha. Its highest rank for girls was #974 in 1979. In 2025, 156 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ayesha a boy or girl name?
Ayesha is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,696 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.