Ayaan
Ayaan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
God's gift, fortunate, era, or time.
Origin and history
Ayaan is a masculine name with roots in Arabic and Somali cultures. In Arabic, it is often associated with time or era, while in Somali it carries the meaning of fortunate or blessed. The name has seen growing popularity in the United States in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
8,903 babies in the United States have been named Ayaan since 1880. It ranks #1280 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #497.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.7 %)
- NY (14.2 %)
- TX (11.8 %)
- NJ (9.1 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,048 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,272 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,583 |
Fun facts
- While widely recognized in Arabic traditions, Ayaan is also a deeply cherished name in Somali culture meaning lucky or auspicious.
- The name has gained significant momentum in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s.