Aayan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aayan has Arabic origins and means 'gift of God' or 'blessing'. It has evolved through several forms and has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in Muslim communities. It is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance.
The name Aayan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aayan has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aayan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2655th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1203rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aayan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aayan"
Pronunciation
/ɑːˈjɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aayan is derived from the Arabic word 'Ayān', which means 'gift of God' or 'blessing'. It is often associated with a sense of beauty and grace.
Meaning
gift of God, blessing
Language Evolution
Ayyan, Ayaan, Aayan
Historical Usage
The name Aayan gained popularity in the early 21st century, especially among Muslim communities, as it embodies positive connotations and virtues.
Variants & Derivatives
Ayaan, Ayyan, Ayan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aayan is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often chosen for its positive meaning and cultural significance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aayan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aayan"
"Aayan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2655th of 24088 | 650 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1203rd of 23106 | 1,916 |
Regional Popularity of "Aayan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.95% 1922nd/4582 |
27.01% 1395th/5164 |
33.63% 2459th/7313 |
29.93% 2234th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.42% 1451st/3984 |
15.73% 706th/4487 |
18.00% 1228th/6822 |
21.51% 1350th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aayan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aayan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aayan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.