UK girl's name
Aishe
A feminine name of Gaelic origin meaning "life, vigor".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aishe is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aishe popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2018 to 2018. 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.
Aishe is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Aishe. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aishe ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Aishe.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aishe as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5666
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Aishe mean?
The name Aishe is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language. It is a feminine name derived from the Arabic word "aisha," which means "alive" or "living." The name is commonly found in countries with significant Muslim populations, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
One of the earliest known references to the name Aishe can be found in Islamic history. Aisha bint Abi Bakr, who lived from 613 to 678 CE, was one of the wives of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and is considered one of the most influential figures in early Islamic history. She is revered by Muslims for her dedication to preserving and transmitting the teachings of Muhammad.
Throughout history, the name Aishe has been borne by various notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded examples is Aisha al-Ba'uniyyah, a 9th-century Sufi mystic and poet from present-day Syria. She was renowned for her spiritual wisdom and her poetic works, which explored themes of divine love and mysticism.
Another prominent figure with the name Aishe was Aisha al-Hurra, who lived from 1485 to 1515. She was a Queen of Tétouan, a city in modern-day Morocco, and played a significant role in the resistance against Portuguese colonization efforts in the region. Her bravery and leadership during this period earned her the epithet "al-Hurra," which means "the free woman."
In the 19th century, Aishe Gacem Belkaid was a notable figure in the Algerian resistance against French colonial rule. Born in 1833, she fought alongside her husband, Ahmed Bey, and is remembered for her courage and dedication to the cause of Algerian independence.
Aishe has also been a name associated with artistic and literary figures. Aisha Qandisha, born in 1881, was a renowned Moroccan writer and poet whose works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the complexities of human relationships. Her poetry is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have borne the name Aishe throughout history. The name continues to be popular in various cultures and regions, carrying with it a rich legacy of historical and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Aishe by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aishe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5666 | 3 | 1 |
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- Amber 31,922
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- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aishe: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aishe in the UK right now?
In 2018, Aishe was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aishe most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Aishe in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aishe?
A feminine name of Gaelic origin meaning "life, vigor".
How many people are called Aishe in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Aishe across the 1 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.