Ayyub is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #379 in 2024 with 110 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 110 births ranking #379. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,733.3%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 2,525 boys born was named Ayyub. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Ayyub is the Arabic form of Job, a name known from both the Bible and the Quran. The name's religious background is clear, even though its deeper original meaning is uncertain.
In Islamic tradition, Ayyub is remembered as a prophet noted for patience and endurance. That strong story has helped keep the name respected across generations.