Ayatollah
Boy nameAyatollah has been given to 6 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
6
Peak year
1979 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1979
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ayatollah.
Sibling name ideas for Ayatollah
Same era and popularity as Ayatollah, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ayatollah?
Ayatollah has been given to 6 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ayatollah peak?
Ayatollah peaked in 1979, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Ayatollah a girl or boy name?
Ayatollah is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ayatollah are boys).
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