UK girl's name
Aeisha
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "she who lives" or "life-giver".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2002. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aeisha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aeisha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2002 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2868, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 5 births.
This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1996 to 2002. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Aeisha is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Aeisha. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2003 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aeisha ranked #2868 for girls in England and Wales in 2002, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 5 girls were registered as Aeisha.
- • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aeisha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2868
2002
Births in 2002
5
Latest year
Peak year
2002
5 births
Estimated living
8
2026
Meaning
What does Aeisha mean?
The name Aeisha is derived from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Middle Eastern and North African regions. It is a variation of the name Aisha, which means "living" or "alive" in Arabic. The name's origins can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the early years of Islam.
The name Aeisha is closely associated with Aisha, the third and youngest wife of the Prophet Muhammad. Aisha, whose full name was Aisha bint Abi Bakr, played a significant role in the early Islamic community and is revered as one of the most influential women in Islamic history. She is known for her intelligence, wisdom, and knowledge of Islamic teachings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aeisha can be found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam. The name is mentioned in reference to Aisha, the wife of the Prophet Muhammad.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Aeisha or its variations. One such figure was Aeisha al-Taymuriyya (1556-1610), a renowned Arab poet and scholar from Damascus. She was known for her mastery of Arabic literature and her contributions to the literary culture of the time.
Another prominent figure was Aeisha Ismat al-Mujahid (1924-2003), an Egyptian feminist and writer. She was a pioneering figure in the women's rights movement in Egypt and played a crucial role in advocating for women's education and empowerment.
In the field of art, Aeisha Khalid (1936-2008) was a Pakistani painter and sculptor. Her works were influenced by Islamic calligraphy and geometric patterns, and she is celebrated for her contributions to the contemporary art scene in Pakistan.
Aeisha Tyler (born 1970) is an American actress, comedian, and television host. She is known for her roles in various TV shows and movies, as well as for her work as a host on popular shows like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" and "The Talk."
Aeisha Mustafa (born 1981) is an Egyptian squash player who has won numerous international tournaments and championships. She has represented Egypt in major squash competitions and is regarded as one of the greatest players in the sport's history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aeisha over time
The chart below shows babies named Aeisha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2002. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aeisha, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2002, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aeisha by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aeisha was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #2868 | 5 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Aeisha
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aeisha: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aeisha in the UK right now?
In 2002, Aeisha was ranked #2868 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Aeisha most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 5 babies registered as Aeisha in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aeisha?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "she who lives" or "life-giver".
How many people are called Aeisha in the UK?
A total of 8 babies have been registered as Aeisha across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.