Rising since 2000, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Rizwan since 1974
Babies named Rizwan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 89 |
| 2000s | 78 |
| 2010s | 134 |
| 2020s | 117 |
Meaning & origin
Rizwan is a name of Arabic origin deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, where it signifies divine satisfaction and names the angelic guardian of Paradise. While it first appeared in U.S. records in 1974, it remained relatively uncommon for decades. Since 2000, however, Rizwan has been on a steady rise, reflecting broader demographic shifts and the growth of Muslim communities in America. Its peak popularity came in 2022, and in 2025, it remains a distinctive choice, with only 1 in every 122,005 newborns carrying the name. Though not yet recorded in any state's top-name lists, Rizwan's upward trajectory suggests increasing familiarity and appreciation for its spiritual resonance and cultural heritage.
Rizwan derives from Arabic رضوان (riḍwān), meaning 'satisfaction, contentment' or 'approval.' In Islamic tradition, Riḍwān is the name of the angel who guards the gates of Paradise, lending the name deep religious significance. It has been a common given name across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, for centuries.
“Rizwan” around the world
Where Rizwan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Rizwan
Names that share Rizwan's style, for a brother or sister.
