Rising since 2005, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Ayaat since 2002
Babies named Ayaat per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 151 |
| 2020s | 113 |
Meaning & origin
Ayaat is a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2002, reflecting its recent adoption among Muslim-American families. Its popularity has been rising since 2005, with a peak in 2020. In 2025, it ranked 6,116 with a frequency of 1 in 84,593 births, indicating a rare but steady use. The name is most common in New York (top state). As a direct reference to Quranic verses, Ayaat carries religious significance and is part of a broader trend of names drawn directly from Islamic scripture.
Ayaat is derived from the Arabic word 'āyah' (آية), meaning 'sign', 'miracle', or 'verse (of the Quran)'. The name refers to the verses of the Quran, which are considered divine signs. It has been used as a given name in Muslim-majority countries, often reflecting religious devotion.
Where Ayaat is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ayaat” around the world
Where Ayaat lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aya, Yaya
Sibling names for Ayaat
Names that share Ayaat's style, for a brother or sister.
