Ayyub

“أيوب”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3630US 2023

31Births / yr

↑Rising

297All-time births

📅 Since 199300

What does Ayyub mean and where does it come from?

Ayyub is rooted in Arabic language and is primarily known through the biblical figure Job (Ayyub in Arabic), who is celebrated for his patience and resilience in the face of suffering. The name is highly revered among Muslims, referencing the story in the Quran of Ayyub's trials and faith. It has be

Cultural significance

Ayyub has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of أيوب.

Peak popularity

Reached #3588 in 2020 — currently #3630 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ayyub?

Ayyub works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ayyub Grace

How popular is Ayyub right now?

Rising fast — up 260 spots — currently #3630 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#3630 · Top 2.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3630	31	▲ up 260 · +11% births
2022	#3890	28	▲ up 234 · +12% births
2021	#4124	25	▼ down 536 · -17% births
2020	#3588	30	▲ up 2060 · +88% births
2015	#5648	16	▲ up 1738 · +45% births
2010	#7386	11	▲ up 3478 · +83% births
2005	#10864	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ayyub

Best Year2020Rank #3588

Peak Count31

Average Rank#5590

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Ayyub

Ayyub is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 297 total births recorded, Ayyub remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10864 in 2005 to #3630 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ayyub in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Ayyub by decade

Ayyub peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	63
2010s ★	194
2020s	30

💎Ayyub has only 297 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ayyub?

ENGLISH

Joby

Famous people named Ayyub

Ayyub (Arab poet)

Ayyub carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Ayyub (Sufi mystic)

Ayyub used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Ayyub (Islamic scholar)

Ayyub bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Ayyub (Quranic figure)

Ayyub appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Ayyub?

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Arabic · A Arabic name

How is Ayyub written in other languages?

أيّوب

Arabic

Common questions about the name Ayyub

What does the name Ayyub mean?

Ayyub means "أيوب" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ayyub?

Ayyub is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ayyub have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ayyub?

Ayyub originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Ayyub sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Ayyub flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Ayyub ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Ayyub trending right now?

Ayyub is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.