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Aayan

Boy name · 55 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aayan: 55 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 8 births in 2016.

Aayan is a name of Arabic origin, derived from "Ayan" meaning "gift of God" or "God's gift," and is also linked to the Sanskrit word for "path" or "speed" in Indian contexts. While not historically widespread in Scotland, it has gained popularity among modern families, reflecting the

Boy 12 of 52 years

Peak year
20168 babies
Latest (2025)
#7623 babies
Total births
55since 2006
5-year trend
▼ 26%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2016 · 8
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).