What is the meaning of the name Aisha in Islam?
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The name "Aisha" is a beautiful name belonging to one of the eminent female companions. It is the name of the Mother of the Believers and the most beloved of the Prophet's wives, peace and blessings be upon him, namely Aisha bint Abi Bakr Al-Siddiq, may Allah be pleased with both of them. The linguistic meaning of Aisha is derived from the verb "to live" (عاش), and "Al-Aish" (العيش) refers to life. It is a name given to women.
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