Shield, protector, or small wild ox
Loay is an ancient Arabic name traditionally meaning 'shield' or 'protector'. It is also associated with the 'lu'ayy', a term for a small wild ox, symbolizing strength and resilience in desert culture. The name has historical significance as it was borne by an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad.
An ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad
Egyptian pop singer and actor
Egyptian actor and model
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).