Aicha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aicha is an Arabic name meaning 'alive' or 'living', derived from Aisha, who is historically significant as the wife of the Prophet Muhammad. The name has evolved through forms like Aisha and Aicha. It is widely recognized in Muslim cultures and carries positive connotations related to vitality and cultural heritage, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Aicha is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aicha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Aicha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12111th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4271st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3314th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aicha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aicha"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪʃə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Aicha is derived from the Arabic name 'Aisha', which means 'alive' or 'living'. It is often associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad.
Meaning
alive, living
Language Evolution
Aisha, Aicha
Historical Usage
The name Aicha has been used in the Muslim world since the 7th century, gaining popularity due to its association with Aisha, a significant historical figure in Islam.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisha, Ayesha, Aicha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aicha is perceived positively, often associated with cultural richness and historical significance in Islamic tradition.
Famous People
Aicha El Ouafi - Moroccan athlete, Aicha Kone - Ivorian singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aicha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aicha"
"Aicha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4271st of 35406 | 512 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3314th of 30306 | 580 |
Regional Popularity of "Aicha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aicha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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74.32% 3326th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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32.05% 1655th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.09% 2872nd/3984 |
31.20% 1400th/4487 |
70.74% 4826th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Aicha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aicha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.