Rawan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rawan has Arabic origins, meaning tranquil or flowing. It has evolved through various historical forms and is primarily used in Arabic-speaking cultures today. The name embodies traits of serenity and elegance, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Rawan is most popular in Michigan, 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 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, Rawan has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Rawan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5065th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3708th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3773rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rawan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rawan"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɑːwɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rawan is derived from the Arabic root 'رَوَانَ', which means 'to be tranquil' or 'to flow'. It often conveys a sense of serenity and calmness.
Meaning
tranquil, flowing
Language Evolution
Rawan, Rawanah, Rawana
Historical Usage
The name Rawan has gained popularity in various Arabic-speaking regions and among Muslim communities, especially in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Rawa, Rawina, Rawanah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rawan is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and grace.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rawan"
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 "Rawan"
"Rawan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5065th of 27321 | 272 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3708th of 35406 | 623 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3773rd of 30306 | 485 |
Regional Popularity of "Rawan" 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 "Rawan" 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) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
58.81% 3715th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.04% 2201st/4582 |
46.80% 2417th/5164 |
78.68% 5754th/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.08% 2075th/3984 |
48.43% 2173rd/4487 |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
52.04% 3266th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rawan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rawan" 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.