Aisha

Aisha is an Arabic name associated with living or being alive. It has an important Islamic connection through Aisha, a wife of the Prophet Muhammad. That historical association can be central to a family’s choice, alongside the direct meaning of the name.

Ayesha and Aishah are alternative transliterations, and actor and presenter Aisha Tyler is a familiar modern bearer. Pronunciation varies between languages and households, so the preferred sound is worth introducing rather than assuming one English guide covers every use. Aisha stands as a complete given name without needing a longer formal version.