Ayman is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word 'aman', which means 'peace' or 'security'. This name is popular among Muslims worldwide due to its Islamic significance. It is often used in combination with other names such as Ayman al-Zawahiri, who was the former leader of Al-Qaeda. In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the popularity of this name in Western countries, likely due to globalization and cultural exchange.
The name Ayman experienced a notable increase in popularity from the year 2022 onwards, with seven births recorded that year, the highest number since these records began in 1998. Prior to this peak, there were consistent fluctuations, ranging between five and six births annually, with the exception of a dip to four births in 2014. Overall, Ayman has been a moderately popular name over the period from 1998 to 2022, with a total of 45 recorded births.