Aiesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aiesha is an Arabic name that means 'alive' or 'living', deriving from Aisha. It reflects a vibrant and strong character. The name has evolved through different forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a multicultural choice. It has no biblical relevance but is widely recognized in various cultures.
The name Aiesha is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Aiesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aiesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3745th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2613th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7035th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15471st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aiesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aiesha"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈiːʃə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aiesha 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, Aiesha
Historical Usage
Aiesha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Western countries as a multicultural name.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisha, Ayesha, Aysha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aiesha is perceived as a modern and multicultural name, often associated with strength and vibrancy.
Famous People
Aiesha Smith, American singer, Aiesha L. Johnson, American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aiesha"
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 "Aiesha"
"Aiesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3745th of 19264 | 270 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2613th of 27321 | 690 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7035th of 35406 | 262 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15471st of 30306 | 51 |
Regional Popularity of "Aiesha" 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 "Aiesha" 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) |
78.45% 2304th/2937 |
50.07% 1744th/3483 |
83.12% 2924th/3518 |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.49% 2266th/3685 |
44.09% 1973rd/4475 |
57.12% 2967th/5194 |
79.59% 5028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aiesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aiesha" 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.