Safwan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAHF-wahn / sæfˈwɑːnArabic
Meaning
pure; chaste
Historical & Cultural Background
Safwan is an Arabic name commonly used in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and Islam. It is often associated with qualities of purity and virtue. The name has historical significance in Islamic texts and is sometimes used in literature and poetry.
Trend Summary
The name Safwan has seen moderate usage in various regions but is not widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Safouan
- Safa
International Variants
- Safwan (Arabic)
- Safouan (French)
Famous people named Safwan
Safwan Al-Azami is a prominent Iraqi politician known for his work in the Iraqi parliament.
Safwan Al-Azhar is a notable Syrian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Safwan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Safwan was first seen in the United States in 1983. Safwan has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Safwan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Safwan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 56 |