Meaning: Blessed; lucky; on the right side; from Arabic ayman (blessed, fortunate, on the right hand — a position of honor)High
In 30 seconds: An Arabic name meaning 'blessed,' 'lucky,' or 'on the right side' — a position of honor in Arabic culture. The right hand is associated with blessings and good fortune across Semitic traditions.
MeaningBlessed; lucky; on the right side; from Arabic ayman (blessed, fortunate, on the right hand — a position of honor)
U.S. rank (2024)#1180 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births175 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,684
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Ayman is from Arabic ayman (blessed, fortunate, on the right side). The Arabic root y-m-n (right hand, south, blessing) appears in Yemen's name (the land to the right/south of the Arabian heartland) and in many personal names.
Ayman is widely used in Arab and Muslim communities. It ranked #1180 for boys in 2024.
Did you know? In Arabic culture, the right side (yamin) is considered auspicious and honorable — the same root that gives Ayman its meaning. The custom of favoring the right hand in eating, greeting, and prayer reflects this ancient symbolic association.
Overall data confidence 89%
Behind the Name — Ayman — Arabic etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data
Variations
AimenAeiman
Nicknames
Ay
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ayman mean?
Ayman means 'blessed,' 'lucky,' or 'on the right side' (a position of honor in Arabic culture), from Arabic ayman.
How do you pronounce Ayman?
It's said AY-mun — two syllables, stress on the first.
