Aiesha

Aiesha is a variant spelling of Ayesha or Aisha, a name with Arabic origins meaning "alive" or "prosperous." Historically, Aisha was the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's wives who was an important narrator of hadiths and influential figure in early Islamic history. The name entered wider international usage through various cultural exchanges and has been adapted with different spellings. The variant Aiesha emerged primarily in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s-1990s. The spelling variation with "ie" rather than "y" or "i" represents a phonetic adaptation while maintaining the original pronunciation. Aiesha exemplifies how traditional names evolve through different spelling conventions while retaining their cultural connections and meanings.

Pronounced eye-EE-shuh.

As of October 2026, Aiesha ranked #15307 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #1643 in 1991.