Hayat Girl
Origin(s)
Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: life; Persian: existence
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hayat is of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and literature. In Arabic-speaking countries, it symbolizes life and vitality. The name is also found in Persian-speaking regions, where it carries a similar meaning. It is often associated with positive attributes and is used in both religious and secular contexts.
Trend Summary
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Similar Names
Haya, Zahra, Maya, Aayat, Raya, Sahar, Yasmin, Laila
Variants
- Hayat
- Haya
International Variants
- Hayat (Arabic)
- Hayat (Persian)
Famous people named Hayat
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Fictional characters named Hayat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hayat was first seen in the United States in 1980. Hayat has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Minnesota, California, New York, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hayat has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hayat (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 50 |