Eyob is an Ethiopian name of Semitic origin, meaning 'he will live' or 'there shall be life'. It is derived from the verb 'ayab', which signifies 'to live' in Ge'ez, the classical language of Ethiopia. The name Eyob has a rich history and cultural significance in Ethiopia, where it is often bestowed upon children in hopes for a long and prosperous life.
The name Eyob experienced a steady increase in popularity between 1994 and 2009, with the highest number of births recorded in 2009 at 15. After 2009, there was some fluctuation but overall a decline in popularity, reaching a low of 7 births in 2021 before increasing slightly to 9 in 2022 and 11 in 2023. The total number of births with the name Eyob from 1994 to 2023 is 242.