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Aisa

AY-sah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Aisha or a modern coinage.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
1998
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2017

Rising since 2017, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Aisa since 1973

Babies named Aisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

71522198020002020Most births 1994Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s22
1980s84
1990s157
2000s160
2010s87
2020s48

Meaning & origin

Aisa is a rare and modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1973. Its meaning is uncertain, though it may be a variant of the well-known Arabic name Aisha. The name saw its peak popularity in 1998, reflecting a mid-1990s interest in short, vowel-heavy names. Since 2017, Aisa has been on a rising trajectory, though it remains uncommon. In 2025, the name ranked 13,208, with about one in every 267,878 births receiving it. No top states have been recorded for Aisa, indicating its scattered usage across the country. Its similarity to names like Aisha and Aisling may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but familiar-sounding choice.

Aisa is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant spelling of Aisha, an Arabic name meaning 'alive' or 'living,' or it could be a modern English invention influenced by similar sounds. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and has seen occasional use since.

Sibling names for Aisa

Names that share Aisa's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ayla, Maya, Lena, Nora, Zara

Brothers: Eli, Leo, Kai, Noah, Owen

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aisa mean?
The meaning is uncertain. It may be a variant of Aisha, an Arabic name meaning 'alive' or 'living,' or it could be a modern invented name.
How popular is Aisa?
In 2025, Aisa ranked 13,208 in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 267,878 births using the name. Its peak popularity was in 1998.
Is Aisa a boy's or girl's name?
Aisa is predominantly given to girls in the U.S.