Jawana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-WAH-nah / /dʒəˈwɑː.nə/African; Arabic
Meaning
African: to be strong; Arabic: gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Jawana is a name that has roots in both African and Arabic cultures. In some African communities, it is associated with strength and resilience. The Arabic interpretation highlights the notion of a gift, reflecting positive attributes. The name may also be used in various forms across different cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jawanna
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jawana was first seen in the United States in 1953. Jawana has ranked as high as #1096 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Jawana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jawana (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |