Inayat Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationin-AH-yat / /ɪˈnaɪ.ət/Arabic; Persian; Urdu
Meaning
gift; benevolence (Arabic); kindness (Persian); care (Urdu)
Historical & Cultural Background
Inayat is derived from Arabic, where it signifies a gift or benevolence, often associated with divine grace. In Persian, it conveys kindness and is used in various poetic and literary contexts. The name is also prevalent in Urdu-speaking cultures, where it reflects care and compassion, often used in a spiritual or affectionate sense.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Inayaat
- Inayatullah
International Variants
- Inayat (Arabic)
- Inayat (Urdu)
- Inayat (Persian)
Famous people named Inayat
Inayat Khan — Sufi musician and composer.
Fictional characters named Inayat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Inayat was first seen in the United States in 2014. Inayat has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Inayat has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Inayat (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 21 |