Awa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-wah / /ˈɑː.wɑː/Arabic; Japanese; African
Meaning
gift; river; born in the morning
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Awa means 'gift' and is often associated with blessings. In Japanese, it can refer to 'river' and is linked to nature and tranquility. In various African cultures, Awa signifies 'born in the morning', reflecting a new beginning and hope.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Awaah
- Awah
International Variants
- Awa (Japanese)
- Awa (Arabic)
- Awa (African)
Famous people named Awa
Awa Ly — singer.
Awa Fall — activist.
Fictional characters named Awa
Awa — The Last Guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Awa was first seen in the United States in 1992. Awa has ranked as high as #1306 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Georgia, Maryland, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Awa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Awa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 23 |