Juwan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjoo-WAN / dʒuːˈwɑːnArabic; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
Arabic: 'God is gracious'; African American Vernacular English: variant of 'Juan'
Historical & Cultural Background
Juwan is a name that has roots in Arabic, where it is often associated with grace and favor. It gained popularity in the United States, particularly within African American communities, as a variant of the name Juan. The name reflects cultural exchanges and adaptations in naming practices. It has been used in various forms across different cultures.
Trend Summary
Juwan has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Juwon
International Variants
- Juan (Spanish)
- Johan (Dutch)
- Giovanni (Italian)
Famous people named Juwan
Juwan Howard is a former professional basketball player and current head coach of the University of Michigan men's basketball team.
Juwan Johnson is an American football player known for his role as a tight end in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Juwan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Juwan was first seen in the United States in 1970. Juwan has ranked as high as #688 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Michigan, New York, Illinois, Maryland, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Juwan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Juwan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 125 |
| 1993 | 230 |
| 1994 | 332 |
| 1995 | 240 |
| 1996 | 431 |
| 1997 | 641 |
| 1998 | 395 |
| 1999 | 180 |
| 2000 | 145 |
| 2001 | 135 |
| 2002 | 106 |
| 2003 | 56 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 19 |