Juwan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Juwan originates from African American English and is a modern variant of the Spanish name Juan, which derives from the biblical name John. It means 'God is gracious' and has evolved through various forms including John and Juan. The name reflects traits of strength and individuality and has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities. It has no biblical background but is rooted in a significant tradition.
The name Juwan is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Juwan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Juwan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3907th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1051st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1299th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4425th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Juwan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Juwan"
Pronunciation
/dʒuːˈwɑːn/
Origin
African American English
Etymology
The name Juwan is a modern variant of the name Juan, which is the Spanish form of John. It is often associated with African American culture and has emerged as a popular name in the United States since the late 20th century.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
John, Juan, Juwan
Historical Usage
Juwan gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, often used in African American communities as a modern and culturally significant variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Juwan, Juan, John
Modern Popularity & Image
Juwan is perceived as a strong and modern name, commonly associated with creativity and individuality, particularly within African American culture.
Famous People
Juwan Howard, an American professional basketball player and coach., Juwan Johnson, an American football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Juwan"
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 "Juwan"
"Juwan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3907th of 10718 | 112 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1051st of 16616 | 1,509 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1299th of 24088 | 1,874 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4425th of 23106 | 274 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Juwan" 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) |
22.06% 813th/3685 |
20.29% 908th/4475 |
15.88% 825th/5194 |
33.47% 2114th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.75% 1134th/4582 |
21.73% 1122nd/5164 |
14.00% 1024th/7313 |
31.73% 2368th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
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Regional Popularity of "Juwan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Juwan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Juwan" 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.