Ayesha
girl name#1396 in 2025Ayesha entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #974 in 1979, ranks #1396 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1950–2025
#1396
rank today
#974
peak (1979)
156
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4738 |
| 1960s | #3942 |
| 1970s | #1411 |
| 1980s | #1185 |
| 1990s | #1492 |
| 2000s | #1813 |
| 2010s | #1593 |
| 2020s | #1413 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ayesha has been most popular in NY, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 6,600 people named Ayesha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ayesha alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ayesha in 2025?
- Ayesha ranks #1396 among US girl names in 2025, with 156 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ayesha most popular?
- Ayesha peaked in 1979, reaching #974 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ayesha with classmates?
- Ayesha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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