Declining since 1996, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Jawan since 1972
Babies named Jawan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 87 |
| 1980s | 236 |
| 1990s | 628 |
| 2000s | 353 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Jawan is a name of uncertain origin, possibly Arabic, that has been in use in the United States since the early 1970s, with its first recorded appearance in 1972. In the most recent year of data, 2025, Jawan ranked 8,243 nationally, meaning approximately 1 in every 189,786 newborn boys received the name. Popularity peaked in 1997, after which it began a gradual decline, with a trajectory described as falling since 1996. The name's relative rarity and strong, distinctive sound have kept it in steady but limited use, particularly among African American families. Its connection to Arabic roots gives it a cross-cultural appeal, though its meaning remains debated.
The name Jawan is of uncertain origin but is most commonly associated with the Arabic word 'jawan' meaning 'young man' or 'youth'. It may also be a variant of the Arabic name Jawad, which means 'generous' or 'bountiful'. The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the 1970s, likely influenced by African American naming practices that draw on Arabic and other global sources.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay, J
Sibling names for Jawan
Names that share Jawan's style, for a brother or sister.
