Ayza
An Arabic feminine name meaning "gift," "present," or "blessing."
Name Census estimates that about 238 living Americans carry the first name Ayza. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ayza today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ayza births was 2017 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ayza. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Ayza with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
238
~ 1 in 1,440,144 Americans
Peak year
2017
23 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,447
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Ayza: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ayza from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 139 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Ayza remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ayza by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ayza during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ayzas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Ayza
The name Ayza is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the medieval period in the Middle East. It is thought to be derived from the Arabic word "ayza," which means "a blessing" or "a gift." This name was likely first used among Arabic-speaking communities in regions such as the Arabian Peninsula, the Levant, and North Africa.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Ayza was a renowned poet from the 9th century CE. Ayza bint al-Mughira al-Ansariyya was a respected literary figure in the Abbasid court, known for her eloquent poetry and contributions to the Arabic literary tradition. Her works were celebrated for their emotional depth and mastery of the Arabic language.
During the 11th century, there was a prominent scholar and philosopher named Ayza al-Andalusi, who hailed from the Iberian Peninsula. She was highly regarded for her expertise in various fields, including mathematics, astronomy, and Islamic theology. Ayza al-Andalusi's writings and teachings had a significant influence on intellectual circles during the Golden Age of Islamic civilization.
In the 14th century, Ayza al-Qahirah was a skilled calligrapher and artist who lived in Cairo, Egypt. Her intricate and beautiful calligraphic works adorned numerous mosques and palaces throughout the region, showcasing the artistic and cultural richness of the era.
Moving forward to the 16th century, Ayza Banu was a notable figure in the Mughal Empire of South Asia. She was a talented poet and patron of the arts, known for her support of literary and cultural endeavors. Ayza Banu's patronage played a crucial role in the flourishing of Mughal arts and literature during this time.
In the 19th century, Ayza Khatun was a prominent educator and advocate for women's education in the Ottoman Empire. She established several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and educational opportunities for women, making a lasting impact on the social and cultural landscape of the region.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Ayza, each leaving their mark in various fields, from literature and philosophy to art and education. The name's origins and rich cultural heritage continue to resonate, reflecting the enduring influence of the Arabic language and Islamic civilization on the tapestry of human history.
People
Ayza + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ayza as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ayza: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ayza?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 238 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ayza going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,440,144 US residents.
Is Ayza a common name?
We classify Ayza as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 240 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ayza most popular?
The single biggest year for Ayza was 2017, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ayza is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ayza in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ayza a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ayza in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ayza still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ayza in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ayza can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Ayza?
Find out how many Americans are named Ayza on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.