Arwa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arwa is an Arabic name meaning grace and beauty, derived from the Arabic root associated with satisfaction. It has evolved in language to include variants like Arwah and Arwa'a. The name reflects positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and continues to be well-received in modern times.
The name Arwa is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arwa has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arwa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7071st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5542nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2736th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arwa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arwa"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrwə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Arwa is derived from the Arabic root 'رَوَى' which means 'to graze' or 'to satisfy thirst'. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
Grace, beauty, satisfaction
Language Evolution
Arwa (Arabic), Arwah (variant in some dialects)
Historical Usage
The name Arwa has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name reflecting elegance and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Arwah, Arwa'a, Areeha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arwa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, popular among Arabic-speaking communities and increasingly recognized in diverse cultures.
Famous People
Arwa Othman, a well-known Yemeni writer and political activist, Arwa Nasir, a prominent journalist in the Middle East
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arwa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arwa"
"Arwa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7071st of 27321 | 167 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5542nd of 35406 | 360 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2736th of 30306 | 757 |
Regional Popularity of "Arwa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arwa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
- |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.67% 1979th/3984 |
41.72% 1872nd/4487 |
52.48% 3580th/6822 |
49.04% 3078th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arwa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arwa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.