AYOUB
Ayoub
Ayoub is a British surname of Arabic origin. The name is derived from the Arabic personal name Ayub, which in turn is derived from the name of the biblical figure Job.
The Ayoub surname is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with most bearers of the name having ancestral ties to countries where Arabic is spoken, such as Lebanon, Syria, or Egypt.
Individuals with the surname Ayoub have made notable contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The surname has become increasingly recognised in British society, reflecting the multicultural diversity of the country.
The study of surnames, also known as onomastics, can provide insights into genealogy, history, and linguistics. The Ayoub surname serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of cultures that have contributed to the British population.
There are approximately 525 people named Ayoub in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Ayoub.
Region of origin: Africa
Religion of origin: Muslim
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmed
- Alexander
- George
- Ghassan
- Mohamed
- Mohammad
- Mohammed
- Omar
- Tahir
- Tariq
- Wissam
Female
- Farah
- Fatima
- Francesca
- Ghada
- Hannah
- Heidi
- Nadia
- Sara
- Shabana
- Shaheen
- Tamara
- Zainab
- Zareena