Ayyash
Ayyash is a Muslim boy name meaning “Full of life, one who lives long”.
| Meaning | Full of life, one who lives long |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عيّاش |
| Pronunciation | eye-YAHSH |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ayyash
ʿAyyāsh is an intensive form from the root ʿ-y-sh, 'to live', describing someone full of life. ʿAyyāsh ibn Abī Rabīʿa was an early Makkan convert and Companion who emigrated to Abyssinia and later to Madinah; the Prophet ﷺ prayed for his release when he was held back in Makkah. Today the name is also a family name in Palestine and Jordan.
Is Ayyash a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayyash is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion ʿAyyāsh ibn Abī Rabīʿa.
Where is the name Ayyash used?
Found mainly in the Levant and the Arabian Peninsula, both as a first name and a surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ayyash mean?
Ayyash means 'Full of life, one who lives long'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ayyash a Muslim name?
Yes. Ayyash is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion ʿAyyāsh ibn Abī Rabīʿa.
How do you write Ayyash in Arabic?
Ayyash is written عيّاش in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ayyash?
Ayyash is pronounced eye-YAHSH.