Ayat is a name of Arabic origin, meaning 'signs' or 'verses'. It is predominantly used as a female given name and has gained popularity worldwide due to its distinctive sound and cultural significance. The name Ayat is often associated with the Islamic concept of ayah, which refers to verses or signs from Allah. In Islam, the Quran is considered the holy book containing 6236 ayahs. Consequently, the name Ayat carries a profound spiritual connotation for many Muslims. It has also been popularized by public figures such as Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the leader of the Iranian Revolution. The name Ayat is pronounced /ɑːˈjɑːt/ in English and can be spelled variously across different languages, including اية in Arabic and আইয়াত in Bengali.
The name Ayat has seen significant fluctuations in popularity over the past three decades, with a steady increase since the late 90s. From just five births recorded in 1987, it peaked at 130 births in 2023.