Ayoub is a male given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'he returns' or 'he comes back'. It is often used in countries where Arab culture has had an influence, such as the Middle East and North Africa. The name Ayoub is also found among people of Muslim faith, as it is believed to be one of the 96 names of Allah mentioned in the Quran.
The name Ayoub experienced significant growth in popularity over time, with a substantial increase in births starting from the late 1990s. Between 1988 and 2023, there were a total of 947 babies named Ayoub.