Girl
Ayesha
alive, prosperous
About Ayesha
Lyrical and distinctive, this name carries an exotic elegance that captivates immediately. The flowing sounds create a musical quality, making it memorable and pleasant to speak. It brings cultural richness and depth, connecting to traditions while feeling perfectly suited to contemporary life. The name has a regal quality without being ostentatious, suggesting both strength and grace. Parents who select this name often appreciate its beauty and the way it honors heritage while embracing modernity. The various spelling options allow for personalization, though each version maintains the name's essential character. It stands out in any context, giving your daughter a distinctive identity that celebrates cultural diversity and individual uniqueness.
Popularity of the Name Ayesha
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | #974 | ||||
| 1982 | #996 | ||||
| 1997 | #209 | #499 | #917 | ||
| 1998 | #223 | #703 | |||
| 1999 | #204 | #932 | |||
| 2000 | #222 | #469 | #863 | ||
| 2001 | #209 | #400 | #649 | ||
| 2002 | #207 | #530 | |||
| 2003 | #217 | #367 | #503 | ||
| 2004 | #248 | #481 | #446 | ||
| 2005 | #245 | #329 | #469 | #546 | |
| 2006 | #224 | #396 | #523 | ||
| 2007 | #203 | #470 | #533 | ||
| 2008 | #221 | #506 | #456 | ||
| 2009 | #222 | #584 | #505 | ||
| 2010 | #224 | #513 | #502 | ||
| 2011 | #213 | #345 | #420 | ||
| 2012 | #223 | #612 | #502 | ||
| 2013 | #216 | #588 | #455 | ||
| 2014 | #198 | #490 | |||
| 2015 | #204 | #499 | #482 | ||
| 2016 | #213 | #428 | #426 | ||
| 2017 | #206 | #587 | #433 | ||
| 2018 | #264 | #411 | #583 | ||
| 2019 | #248 | #366 | #421 | ||
| 2020 | #267 | #821 | #517 | ||
| 2021 | #329 | #656 | #711 | ||
| 2022 | #291 | #421 | #720 | ||
| 2023 | #239 | #621 | #539 | ||
| 2024 | #225 | #442 | #467 | ||
| 2025 | #243 | #245 | #714 | #671 | |
| 1990 | #524 | ||||
| 1994 | #511 | ||||
| 1995 | #421 | ||||
| 1996 | #398 | #791 | |||
| 1992 | #891 | ||||
| 1993 | #842 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ayesha
Names Similar to Ayesha
Nicknames for Ayesha
- Aye
- Esh
- Asha
- Yesh
Famous People Named Ayesha
| Ayesha Curry | American cookbook author and television personality |
| Ayesha Dharker | British-Indian actress and singer |
| Ayesha Jhulka | Indian film actress |
| Ayesha Takia | Indian actress |
| Ayesha Khan | Pakistani television actress |
| Ayesha Shroff | Indian film producer |
| Ayesha Antoine | British actress |
| Ayesha Mukherjee | Indian amateur boxer and wife of cricketer Shikhar Dhawan |
| Ayesha Zulka | Bangladeshi-American writer and filmmaker |
| Ayesha Gaddafi | Libyan lawyer and daughter of Muammar Gaddafi |
| Ayesha Jalal | Pakistani-American historian |
| Ayesha Billimoria | Indian athlete and fitness expert |
| Ayesha Kapur | Indian actress |
| Ayesha Khanum | Renowned Pakistani classical singer |
| Ayesha Jatoi | Pakistani lawyer and human rights activist |
| Ayesha Hazarika | British comedian and political commentator |
| Ayesha Omar | Pakistani actress and singer |
| Ayesha Harruna Attah | Ghanaian-American author |
Characters Named Ayesha
| Ayesha al-Farouk | Character in the TV series "Prison Break" |
| Ayesha Malik | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Ayesha Kapoor | Character in the Bollywood movie "Black" |