Eyup Boy

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Origin(s)

PronunciationAY-oop / /ˈeɪ.jʊp/

Turkish; Arabic

Meaning

Arabic: 'the one who is beloved'; Turkish: 'a variant of Ayub, meaning Job'

Historical & Cultural Background

Eyup is a name of Turkish and Arabic origin. In Islamic tradition, it is associated with the Prophet Job, known for his patience and faith. The name is popular in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities. Eyup is often used in honor of Eyup Sultan, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Eyüp
  • Ayub

International Variants

  • Job (Hebrew)
  • Ayub (Arabic)

Famous people named Eyup

Eyup Sabri Akgöl was a Turkish politician known for his contributions to local governance.

Eyup Can was a Turkish footballer who played for various clubs in Turkey.

Eyup Yıldız is a Turkish artist recognized for his contemporary paintings.

Eyup Aydin is a Turkish academic known for his research in engineering.

Fictional characters named Eyup

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eyup was first seen in the United States in 2017. Eyup has ranked as high as #1381 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Eyup has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Eyup

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20175