What is the meaning of the Islamic name Ayşe (عَائِشَة)?

The Islamic name Ayşe (عَائِشَة) means "Turkish form of Ayesha; Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers". It is of Turkish / Arabic origin and is suitable for a Muslim girl.

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Origin: Turkish / Arabic

عَائِشَة

Ayşe

Transliteration: Ayşe • Pronounced: (Ai-she)

Name Meaning

"Turkish form of Ayesha; Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers"

Themes:faith success

Regional Usage & Naming Heritage

Prominent Regional Familiarity:

TürkiyeWestern Communities

Naming Tradition:

Turkish Muslim Names

Associated Countries & Lineage:

TürkiyeGermany

Islamic Significance & History

Turkish spelling of Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Aayesha Siddika (RA). Extremely popular across Türkiye.

Authenticated Scholarly Sources

Primary Quranic / Hadith Source: Sahih al-Bukhari

Fatawa Razawiyyah, Vol. 24

Ayşe (عَائِشَة)

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