Khayat

Occupational

Meaning

Derived from Arabic 'khayat' (خياط), meaning 'tailor' or 'seamstress'.

Etymology

The surname originates from the Arabic occupational term for a tailor, a common profession in Middle Eastern and North African societies. The word reflects the importance of textile craftsmanship in Islamic cultures.

About the Khayat Surname

Khayat is an Arabic occupational surname indicating a tailor or seamstress profession. The name is common throughout the Arab world and reflects the historical significance of textile crafts.

Distribution

Found primarily in Arab-speaking countries including Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and Egypt, with diaspora communities in North America and Europe.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the Khayat Surname