US Popularity:9532
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Swahili
Meaning:Alive; Livelihood; Prosperous; Life
Maisha is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “alive," "livelihood," or “prosperous,” and is an incredibly popular name amongst Arab and Muslim communities. And for a good reason! Maisha, pronounced “my-ee-sha,” is a beautiful-sounding name symbolic of attracting good fortune and health. Maisha offers a stylish flair on the name Aisha and may inspire the lovely nickname “Mai.” Maisha can also be linked to Swahili origins, where it means “life.” A name brimming with positive energy, baby Maisha will never steer too far from the path to happiness and success!

How Popular Is The Name Maisha?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Maisha is currently #1505 on The Bump
Girl:Maisha is currently #1071 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Maisha is currently #9532 in U.S. births
Girl:Maisha is currently #5470 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#5470
in 2023
+ 1401
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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