Ayah is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1702 in 2006 with 123 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 309 births ranking #870. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 127.8%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 15,456 girls born was named Ayah. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Ayah is a graceful Arabic name linked to signs, verses, and miracles. It feels spiritual, concise, and very elegant.
The name comes directly from an important Quranic word and has become more widely used as a girls' name because of its beauty and depth. Its religious association is central to its appeal.