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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