girl name · Arabic origin
Aisha
/ AH-ee-shah /
Meaning
Aisha means Living, prosperous (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
AH-ee-shah
Popularity
#337 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Aisha in the US, 1880–2025
Aisha first appears in US records in 1950. It peaked in 1977, when 1,540 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 910.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Aisha mean?
Aisha means “living” or “she who lives,” and by extension “prosperous.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aisha mean?
Aisha means Living, prosperous. Aisha means “living” or “she who lives,” and by extension “prosperous.”
What is the origin of the name Aisha?
Aisha is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Aisha?
Aisha is pronounced “AH-ee-shah.”
Is Aisha a boy or a girl name?
Aisha is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Aisha?
In 2025, Aisha ranked #337 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Aisha most popular?
Aisha was most popular in 1977, when about 1,540 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.