Ayaan
Hindi · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Ayaan
Ayaan is an Arabic name meaning "swift" or "quick," derived from the root word related to speed and movement.
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Etymology
Ayaan is an Arabic name meaning "swift" or "quick," derived from the root word related to speed and movement. The name is used primarily in Muslim, Hindu, and Sikh communities, with particular prominence in South Asian cultures, and has gained international recognition through notable bearers like Ayaan Hirsi Ali, a Somali-born activist and author.
Ayaan currently ranks #465 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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