Find out how popular the first name Ajaylah has been for the last 6 years (from 2003 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ajaylah by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Ajaylah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ajaylah.

The history of the first name Ajaylah

The name Ajaylah is believed to have its origins in Arabic, with possible roots in the word 'ajyal' meaning 'generations'. It is likely that the name was derived from this word, with the suffix 'lah' added to create a feminine form.

The earliest known use of the name Ajaylah can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age. At this time, the Arabic language and culture were spreading rapidly across the Middle East and North Africa.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Ajaylah was a renowned poet and scholar who lived in Basra, Iraq during the 8th century AD. Her poetry and writings on Islamic theology and philosophy were widely celebrated and studied throughout the region.

In the 11th century, an Ajaylah was recorded as being a prominent female physician in Cordoba, Spain. She was known for her expertise in herbal medicine and her contributions to the field of medical literature during the era of the Caliphate of Cordoba.

Moving forward to the 15th century, there was an Ajaylah who served as a courtier and advisor to the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, known for her wisdom and diplomatic skills.

In the 18th century, an Ajaylah was a renowned calligrapher and artist in Persia (modern-day Iran). Her intricate calligraphic works and illuminated manuscripts were highly prized and can still be found in museums and collections around the world.

Lastly, in the 19th century, an Ajaylah was a prominent figure in the Arab literary renaissance, known for her poetry and advocacy for women's education and rights in the Middle East.

While the name Ajaylah has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has since been adopted and used in various parts of the world, often with slight variations in spelling or pronunciation.

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