Rising since 1991, #2,230 for boys today.
Popularity of Ayoub since 1988
Babies named Ayoub per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 248 |
| 2010s | 432 |
| 2020s | 329 |
Meaning & origin
Ayoub entered U.S. naming data in 1988, when it first appeared on the Social Security list. Its use has grown steadily since 1991, reflecting rising appreciation for Arabic-derived names among Muslim American families and others seeking distinctive, meaningful choices. In 2025, Ayoub ranked 2230th, with about 1 in 27,112 male newborns receiving the name. Its peak popularity was the same year, suggesting continued upward momentum. The name is most common in Michigan, Illinois, and New York, states with significant Arab American communities. Ayoub carries deep religious resonance across Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, honoring the prophetic figure known for unwavering faith through adversity.
Ayoub is the Arabic transliteration of the Hebrew name Iyyov (Job), rooted in the Semitic verb 'āyab (to be hostile). In Islamic tradition, Prophet Ayoub is a model of patience and faith. The name has been widely used in Muslim-majority countries for centuries.
Where Ayoub is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ayoub” around the world
Where Ayoub lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
575
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
24
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yoyo
Sibling names for Ayoub
Names that share Ayoub's style, for a brother or sister.
