Marwa Girl

Popularity: #839 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationMAR-wah / ˈmɑːr.wə

Arabic; Urdu

Meaning

Arabic: fragrant herb; Urdu: a type of plant

Historical & Cultural Background

Marwa is a name of Arabic origin, often associated with the Marwah mountain in Mecca, which holds significance in Islamic tradition. It is commonly used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries. The name has gained popularity in South Asia, especially among Urdu-speaking populations.

Trend Summary

Marwa has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.

Similar Names

MiraMaraNoraHanaRanyaSamiraTara

Variants

  • Maroua
  • Marwa

International Variants

  • Maroua (French)
  • Marwa (Arabic)

Famous people named Marwa

Marwa Loud is a French rapper known for her hit songs and contributions to contemporary French music.

Marwa El Sherbini was an Egyptian pharmacist and activist, known for her tragic murder that sparked international discussions on racism and women's rights.

Fictional characters named Marwa

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Marwa was first seen in the United States in 1977. Marwa has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, California, Virginia, Minnesota, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Marwa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Marwa (2024)

StateBirthsShare
MN 18
23%
NY 18
23%
TX 12
16%
CA 7
9%
OH 6
8%
VA 6
8%
WA 5
6%
IL 5
6%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19775
19799
19808
19826
198310
198413
198512
198618
198710
198817
198918
199025
199127
199224
199324
199424
199528
199626
199730
199832
199947
200051
200141
200251
200360
200453
200548
200662
200755
200860
200972
201086
201166
201269
201396
201485
201596
201686
2017104
201893
201983
202075
202185
2022111
2023101
2024111