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Aycha

Girl's nameTürk mənşəli

New moon, crescent; symbol of delicate and fresh beauty.

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Name meaning and origin

Aycha is a name of Turkic origin, formed by adding the diminutive, endearing suffix -ca to the word ay (moon). In a literal sense the word denotes the thin, crescent shape of a newly born moon, while also alluding to the crescent ornament placed atop mosque domes.

Widely used in Azerbaijan and Turkey, this name has grown popular since the 1980s and is chosen by parents with the wish of delicacy, freshness, and calm moonlike beauty for a girl. With its easy pronunciation and pleasant ring, it remains one of the beloved girl names to this day.

Name details

Gender
Girl's name
Origin
Türk mənşəli
Letter count
4
Appears in the Quran
No
Variants
Ayca
Pronunciation
ɑj.ˈtʃɑ

Frequently asked questions

The most asked questions about this name.

  • What is the meaning of the name Aycha?

    Aycha denotes the slender, crescent shape of the newly born moon; it carries the meaning of a delicate, moon-like beauty.
  • Is the name Aycha mentioned in the Quran?

    No, the name Aycha does not appear in the Quran, but its meaning poses no religious objection.
  • Is Aycha a boy or a girl name?

    Aycha is a girl name.