Ayishah

Arabic; Swahili
"living, prosperous"

Ayishah Origin and Meaning

The name Ayishah is a girl's name.

Ayishah represents a variant spelling of Aisha (or Ayesha), a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'alive' or 'she who lives.' The name carries significant cultural importance in Islamic tradition as it was borne by the beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad, Aisha bint Abu Bakr, who became an important religious scholar and political figure. This particular spelling variation, with the additional 'yi' and final 'h,' is less common than Aisha or Ayesha but maintains the same pronunciation and cultural significance. The name has spread globally through Muslim communities and beyond, appreciated for its beautiful sound and meaningful heritage. Ayishah conveys qualities of vitality, wisdom, and spiritual devotion while offering a slightly distinctive written form of this historically significant name.