How Many People Are Named Aysha?

Complete statistics for the name Aysha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Aysha
Very Rare
Arabic

Aysha is a name with a very rare charm, barely making it into the top 100,000 names in America. There are only 3,033 people named Aysha in the US today, and it's as unique as 1 in 108,790. It's also a surprisingly modern name, with most people under 30.

~3,033
Living in US
1 in 108,790
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Alive, living, prosperous
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Compassionate Lively Warm Resilient
9
Life Path Number

The number 9 is traditionally associated with compassion, humanitarianism, and a deep sense of generosity. People linked to this number tend to be idealistic and driven by a desire to make the world better for others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

15,259
Worldwide Bearers
#2,883
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
2,316
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,688
🇿🇦 South Africa
1,482
🇪🇬 Egypt
1,453
🇧🇭 Bahrain
1,317
🇺🇸 United States
1,301
🇮🇱 Israel
935
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
776
🇴🇲 Oman
718
🇰🇼 Kuwait
332

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
3,033 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
2,096
Would be under 30 (68%)
981
Would be 30–60 (32%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 3,077 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Aysha Through the Generations

The name Aysha has a fascinating journey through American demographics. With just 3,077 total births across all time, it's clear why it feels so rare. Yet, there are currently 3,033 people named Aysha living in the US, showing a small but steady presence. The peak year for births was 2024, with 153 babies named Aysha, indicating a recent surge in popularity. Interestingly, 68% of those named Aysha are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. This contrasts sharply with the fact that there are no people over 60, suggesting a relatively new tradition in naming. The slow decline in new births since its peak also hints at a potential shift in favor of other names. Overall, Aysha stands out as a name that's here to stay, but in a very particular way.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 353
California 260
Texas 183
Florida 132
Illinois 66
New Jersey 46
Pennsylvania 43
Virginia 29
Michigan 26
Georgia 25

✨ Similar Names to Aysha

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aysha's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Aysha

How Many People Have the Name Aysha?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,033 people in the United States currently share the name Aysha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 108,790 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aysha a Common or Rare Name?

Aysha is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Aysha Mean?

Aysha means "Alive, living, prosperous" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Aysha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Aysha Most Popular?

The name Aysha reached peak popularity in 2024, with 153 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Aysha?

Approximately 3,033 people named Aysha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,077. That works out to roughly 1 in 108,790 Americans.

Is Aysha a rare name?

Aysha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 108,790 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aysha mean?

Aysha means "Alive, living, prosperous" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Aysha more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aysha are male and 100% are female.

When was Aysha most popular?

Aysha peaked in 2024 with 153 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US3,033
All-Time Births3,077
1 in X1 in 108,790
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age23
Peak Year2024
World Rank#2,883
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.