Ayat

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Pronounced ah-YAHT /ɑ.ˈjɑt/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic 'ayat', the plural of 'ayah', meaning 'signs' or 'verses', referring to the verses of the Quran.Medium

In 30 seconds: Ayat is an Arabic girls' name from ayat, the plural of ayah, meaning 'signs' or 'verses' — the verses of the Quran.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic 'ayat', the plural of 'ayah', meaning 'signs' or 'verses', referring to the verses of the Quran.

U.S. rank (2024)#1659 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births123 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,568

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ayat comes from Arabic, where ayat is the plural of ayah and refers to the verses of the Quran, literally 'signs'. The name carries clear religious significance for Arabic-speaking families. Its meaning ties the bearer to scripture itself.

The singular, Ayah, and the short Aya are closely linked forms, so Ayat sits within a small connected group of names. Its two firm syllables give it a clear, grounded sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Ayat is 'signs', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Ayat — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

AyaAyah

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Aya— The short form tied to the same ayah root as Ayat

Ayah— The singular of ayat, meaning a single verse or sign

Frequently Asked

What does the name Ayat mean?

Ayat is usually explained as meaning 'signs' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Ayat?

It's commonly said ah-YAHT /ɑ.ˈjɑt/.

Is Ayat a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Ayat is used as a girl name.

How popular is Ayat?

In 2024, Ayat ranked #1659 in the U.S. for girls, with 123 births recorded.