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Ayman

Boy name · 34 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ayman: 34 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2025.

Ayman is a name of Arabic origin, meaning "blessed," "righteous," or "on the right hand," a term often associated with good fortune and divine favour. It is a common name across the Muslim world, and notable bearers include Ayman al-Zawahiri, the Egyptian physician who became a key figure in al-Qaeda, though his legacy is deeply controversial. The name also appears in a more positive light with Ayman Mohyeldin, an Egyptian-American journalist who has reported for major news networks. While there are no direct place connections, the root "y-m-n" in Arabic gives us the word for "right side" and "blessing." Ayman is a popular name in Scotland's diverse communities, and its feminine variant, Aymane, is occasionally used.

Boy 8 of 52 years

Peak year
20257 babies
Latest (2025)
#4417 babies
Total births
34since 2010
5-year trend
▲ 67%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2025 · 7
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).