Holding steady.
Popularity of Ayeisha since 1974
Babies named Ayeisha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 47 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ayeisha is a phonetic variant of Aisha, a name deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. First recorded in the United States in 1974, it reached its peak usage in 1980, though it has never entered the top 1,000 ranks, maintaining a low and stable profile. The name's spelling reflects a common English-language adaptation of the Arabic original, and its rarity contributes to its distinctive appeal. While its one-in-N ratio is not documented due to its infrequency, the name's trajectory shows consistency rather than sharp rises or declines.
Ayeisha is an alternate transliteration of the Arabic name Aisha (عائشة), derived from the root 'aisha meaning 'alive' or 'living'. It is most famously associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. The variant spelling Ayeisha emerged in English-speaking countries as a phonetic adaptation, particularly popular in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aye, Eisha, Aish
Sibling names for Ayeisha
Names that share Ayeisha's style, for a brother or sister.
