Rawan
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Rawan
Rawan is a feminine name with roots in several cultures, including Arabic and Persian. In Arabic, Rawan can mean 'satisfied,' 'quenched,' or 'one who is saturated with beauty.' In Persian traditions, it connotes 'flowing' or 'going,' often associated with something that moves gracefully like water. The name has gained moderate popularity in Middle Eastern countries, North Africa, and among Muslim communities worldwide. Rawan has a melodic quality when pronounced, with its gentle rhythm and flowing sounds. In recent decades, it has become more recognized internationally as global cultural awareness has increased. Girls named Rawan are often associated with qualities of beauty, tranquility, and grace.
Rawan is also given to boys.
Pronounced RAH-wun.
As of October 2026, Rawan ranked #3064 for girls in US births in 2025 and #13682 for boys in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #2514 for girls in 1993.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,531 | 45 | 25.2 |
| 2015 | #4,474 | 32 | 17.9 |
| 2016 | #3,455 | 46 | 26 |
| 2017 | #3,904 | 39 | 22.6 |
| 2018 | #3,280 | 49 | 28.8 |
| 2019 | #4,246 | 34 | 20.3 |
| 2020 | #4,059 | 35 | 21.7 |
| 2021 | #3,864 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2022 | #3,260 | 50 | 30.5 |
| 2023 | #3,368 | 48 | 29.9 |
| 2024 | #3,859 | 39 | 24.1 |
| 2025 | #3,064 | 54 | 33.6 |