Meaning: Its source is an Arabic expression meaning "Alive and well."

Languages: This girl's name is used in Arabic.

Popularity: The name Iesha ranked 2255th in popularity for females of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.

Narrative: This name was borne by the Prophet Muhammed's third wife, and is especially favored in the Moslem world.

Though its use in English-speaking countries is a relatively recent development, it has spawned many variations based on its pleasing sounds.

Some authorities link this name to the moon goddess