Boy name
Ayub name meaning
“the name of the prophet or biblical Job”
Ayub is a masculine name from Arabic Ayyūb, corresponding to the biblical Hebrew name Iyyōv, or Job. Its meaning refers to the name of the prophet or biblical figure Job; the Hebrew name’s literal meaning remains disputed. Ayyub is a spelling variant of the name.
What does Ayub mean?
The name of the prophet or biblical Job
In Indonesian: nama Nabi Ayub atau tokoh Ayub
Origin and cultural usage of Ayub
From Arabic Ayyūb, corresponding to biblical Hebrew Iyyōv, Job. The Hebrew name’s literal meaning remains disputed.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic, Hebrew |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic, Christian |
| In Islamic history | The 25 Prophets |
| Starts with | A |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Ayub in Islam and the Quran
Ayub appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Anbiya [21]: 83 and QS Sad [38]: 41.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Ayub
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ayub, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Ayub as a first name
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name have joy and gentleness.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Sururi: associated with joy
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name become a joyful successor.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Farhan: joyful, delighted
- Khalif: successor or replacement
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name be specially chosen for provision.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Mustapa: specially chosen
- Riski: sustenance, provision for life
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Ayub Fariz
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name distinguish and sort things.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Fariz: one who distinguishes or sorts
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Ayub Miftahul
Interpretation
An image of a key accompanying the figure Ayub's name.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Miftahul: the key of
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Ayub Mustapa
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name be specially chosen.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Mustapa: specially chosen
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Ayub Zikri
Interpretation
An image of remembrance accompanying the name of the figure Ayub.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Zikri: remembrance or recalling
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name have contentment associated with oneness.Meaning of each word
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Reza: contentment, willing acceptance
- Wahidi: associated with the one
Ayub as a middle name
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name succeed often and remain hopeful.Meaning of each word
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Raji: one who hopes
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name receive provision and knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Rezky: sustenance, provision for life
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Interpretation
An image of loyalty and fragrant plants accompanying the figure Ayub's name.Meaning of each word
- Rayhan: fragrant plant, basil
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Wafi: faithful; keeping promises
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name become a generous worker.Meaning of each word
- Harits: cultivator, one who works
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Naufal: generous, munificent
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name have virtue and abundant goodness.Meaning of each word
- Kausar: abundant goodness
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
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Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name have patience and purity.Meaning of each word
- Hilmi: patient and forbearing
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
- Shofa: clarity, purity of heart
Ayub as a last name
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Rezha Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name have willingness and contentment.Meaning of each word
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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Naufal Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name become a generous person.Meaning of each word
- Naufal: generous, munificent
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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Muammar Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name receive a long life.Meaning of each word
- Muammar: one granted a long life
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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Riyan Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name feel refreshed with thirst quenched.Meaning of each word
- Riyan: fresh, quenched of thirst
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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Khalil Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name become a beloved close friend.Meaning of each word
- Khalil: an intimate friend, a beloved companion
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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Rifki Ayub
Interpretation
May the bearer of the figure Ayub's name always have a gentle manner.Meaning of each word
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
- Ayub: the name of the prophet or biblical Job
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How to pronounce Ayub
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ajub/ |
| Arabic script | أيوب |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦪꦸꦧ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮚᮥᮘ᮪ |
Is Ayub a boy’s name?
Yes, Ayub is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 90% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Ayub ranks #598 among boy names in our data sample (33 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Ayub
Famous people named Ayub
- Ayub Akbar · b. 1970
- Ayub Pigome
- Ayub Titu Eki · b. 1956
- Ayub · b. 1972
- Ayub
- Ayub Ali · b. 1962
- Ayub Amali · b. 1969
- Ayub Amin · b. 1983
- Ayub Asso · b. 1992
- Ayub Babu · b. 1952
- Ayub Barnabas Ebenheyzer Poli
- Ayub Junaidi · b. 1976
FAQ about the name Ayub
What is the meaning of Ayub?
Ayub means the name of the prophet or biblical Job. From Arabic Ayyūb, corresponding to biblical Hebrew Iyyōv, Job. The Hebrew name’s literal meaning remains disputed.
Is Ayub a boy’s name?
Yes, Ayub is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 90% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ayub?
Ayub is of Arabic and Hebrew origin.
Is the name Ayub in the Quran?
Ayub appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Anbiya [21]: 83 and QS Sad [38]: 41.
How many syllables does Ayub have?
Ayub has 2 syllables (A-yub) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Ayub?
Ayub ranks #598 among boy names in our data sample (33 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Ayub?
Other spellings: Ayyub.
What full names go well with Ayub?
Some ideas: Ayub Sururi Rifki; Fawwaz Ayub Raji; Rezha Ayub.
Famous people named Ayub?
Notable people named Ayub include Ayub Akbar, Ayub Pigome, Ayub Titu Eki.
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