Hawa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hawa is an Arabic name meaning 'life', derived from the biblical figure Eve. Its linguistic evolution includes forms like Eve and Eva. The name emphasizes life and femininity, with significant biblical relevance as it is linked to the first woman in the creation narrative.
The name Hawa 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hawa has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Hawa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15428th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7773rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2904th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1965th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hawa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hawa"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːwɑ/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Hawa is derived from Arabic, meaning 'life' or 'living'. It is often associated with the biblical figure Eve, who is known as 'Hawa' in Arabic.
Meaning
life, living
Language Evolution
Hawa (Arabic), Eve (Hebrew), Eva (Latin)
Biblical Background
Hawa is the Arabic name for Eve, the first woman created in the biblical narrative.
Historical Usage
The name Hawa has been used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions, since the early Islamic period and has maintained its popularity due to its religious significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Eve, Eva, Hawwa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hawa is seen as a traditional and culturally rich name, often associated with femininity and life-giving qualities.
Famous People
Hawa Abdi (Somali doctor and human rights activist), Hawa H. H. M. Al-Afifi (Yemeni politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hawa"
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 "Hawa"
"Hawa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15428th of 19264 | 12 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7773rd of 27321 | 146 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2904th of 35406 | 885 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1965th of 30306 | 1,218 |
Regional Popularity of "Hawa" 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 "Hawa" 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) |
- |
53.79% 2407th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.18% 2391st/4582 |
25.77% 1331st/5164 |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
57.67% 4304th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.17% 1680th/3984 |
25.38% 1139th/4487 |
36.97% 2522nd/6822 |
30.98% 1944th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hawa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hawa" 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.