Eyob is the Ethiopian form of the name Job, meaning 'patience', 'endurance', or 'the persecuted one' in reference to the Biblical figure.

How do you pronounce Eyob?

It is typically pronounced 'Eh-yob', with the 'E' sounding like the 'e' in 'met' and a short 'o' sound.

Is Eyob a boy or girl name?

Eyob is strictly used as a masculine (boy) name in Ethiopian and Eritrean cultures.

What is the origin of the name Eyob?

The name originates from Ge'ez, the liturgical language of Ethiopia, derived from the Hebrew name Iyov (Job).

Eyobኢዮብ

/ee-YOB/

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Eyob is a Ge'ez boy's name pronounced /ee-YOB/. The Ethiopian form of Job, signifying patience and enduring faith.

Meaning of Eyob

The Ethiopian form of Job, signifying patience and enduring faith.

Eyob is the Ge'ez and Amharic form of the Hebrew name Iyov, traditionally translated as Job. It originates from the Biblical figure known for his unwavering piety and perseverance during extreme trials, symbolizing a 'returning to God' or 'the persecuted one'.

Origin: Ge'ez
Pronunciation: /ee-YOB/

Cultural background

The name is widely used among Ethiopian and Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Christians and is frequently chosen to reflect a family's resilience or hope. It remains a popular masculine name in modern-day Ethiopia and the global diaspora.

Variations & nicknames

Ayob
Iyob
Ayoub
Job
Joby

Famous people named Eyob

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Eyob Mekonnen
Acclaimed Ethiopian reggae and Afro-pop singer-songwriter.
Music · 2000s–2013
Eyob Faniel
Eritrean-born Italian long-distance runner and national marathon record holder.
Sport · 2010s–present
Eyob Zambataro
Professional footballer playing as a wing-back in the Italian leagues.
Sport · 2010s–present
Eyob Tesfaye
Prominent Ethiopian economist and former government official.
Economics · 2000s–present

Frequently asked about Eyob

What does Eyob mean?: Eyob is the Ethiopian form of the name Job, meaning 'patience', 'endurance', or 'the persecuted one' in reference to the Biblical figure.
How do you pronounce Eyob?: It is typically pronounced 'Eh-yob', with the 'E' sounding like the 'e' in 'met' and a short 'o' sound.
Is Eyob a boy or girl name?: Eyob is strictly used as a masculine (boy) name in Ethiopian and Eritrean cultures.
What is the origin of the name Eyob?: The name originates from Ge'ez, the liturgical language of Ethiopia, derived from the Hebrew name Iyov (Job).

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