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Ayat

Girl name · 98 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ayat: 98 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 15 births in 2020.

Ayat is a name of Arabic origin, meaning “sign,” “miracle,” or “verse,” as in a verse of the Quran. It carries deep spiritual resonance, reflecting something wondrous or divine. One notable bearer is Ayat al-Qurmezi, a Bahraini poet and activist known for her outspoken works. The name shares its root with the word "ayatollah," a high-ranking Shiite religious title literally meaning “sign of God.” While not traditionally Scottish, Ayat has seen modest but steady use in Scotland since the 2000s, reflecting the nation's growing multicultural diversity. A related variant is Aya, a shorter form that also means “miracle” in Japanese, giving the name an intriguing cross-cultural appeal.