Ayyub, Name Meaning in Islam

أَيُّوب

Ayyub

Ayyub

Meaning

Patient, persecuted

Origin

Arabic/Hebrew

Gender

👦 Boy

Quran Reference

4:163

Prophet Connection

Prophet Ayyub AS

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Similar Names

Muhammad, Praised oneAhmed, Most praiseworthyIbrahim, Father of nations

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ayyub mean in Islam?

Patient, persecuted

Is Ayyub mentioned in the Quran?

Yes, Ayyub is mentioned in the Quran (4:163).

Is Ayyub a prophet name?

Prophet Ayyub AS

What is the Arabic of Ayyub?

The Arabic of Ayyub is "أَيُّوب".

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