Rising since 1988, #1,919 for boys today.
Popularity of Jawad since 1972
Babies named Jawad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 97 |
| 1990s | 195 |
| 2000s | 377 |
| 2010s | 553 |
| 2020s | 394 |
Meaning & origin
Jawad, consistently a boy's name in the United States, first appeared in Social Security records in 1972. Its trajectory has been rising since 1988, and it reached its peak rank of 1,919 in 2025, when approximately 1 in 21,087 newborn boys received the name. This growth mirrors increasing cultural visibility of Arabic names in America. The name is most common in Michigan, Ohio, and New Jersey, states with significant Arab-American communities. Jawad's meaning, 'generous' or 'bountiful,' ties directly to an Islamic divine attribute, giving it both a virtuous and a reverent quality. Despite its modest frequency, the name carries a clear, positive meaning and strong cultural roots, making it a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with depth.
Jawad comes from the Arabic root J-W-D, which conveys the idea of generosity and goodness. As a personal name, it directly invokes the attribute 'al-Jawad' (the Generous), one of the names of God in Islam. Historically, the name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, reflecting a cherished virtue.
Where Jawad is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jawad” around the world
Where Jawad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Quebec
7
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Sibling names for Jawad
Names that share Jawad's style, for a brother or sister.
