Iyshia
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Iyshia is a two-syllable girl's name with a open, elegant sound — found across Latin, Greek, and Slavic naming traditions. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Iyshia is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Iyshia is a girl's baby name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Aisha, from Arabic aisha meaning 'living, alive.' One of the most beloved names in the Islamic world, Aisha was the Prophet Muhammad's wife and a major Islamic scholar.
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Iyshia is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Iyshia has been recorded as a girl's name since 1991, with 5 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Iyshia has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1991.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | #13992 | — |
The Story of Iyshia
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1991, Iyshia is a Millennial-era classic. Girls named Iyshia are most likely born between 1991 and 1991.
How rare is Iyshia?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Iyshia is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1991, peaked in the 1990s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1991–1991)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 | #13992 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1991–1991