Ayyub

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Meaning

Prophet Job

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic أيوب
Urdu ایوب
Persian ایوب
Turkish Eyyub
Bengali আইয়ুব
Indonesian Ayub
Pashto ایوب

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Ayyub is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Prophet Job', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Ayyub has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Ayyub is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Iyov (Job). Its precise root is genuinely debated among scholars, with theories ranging from β€œone who returns [to God]” to older roots describing endurance through suffering. What is not in doubt is his story: Prophet Ayyub (AS) is the Quran's foremost example of patience through prolonged hardship.