How Many People Are Named Arwa?

Complete statistics for the name Arwa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arwa
Very Rare
Arabic

Arwa means 'princess' in Arabic, making it a regal choice. Only 1,289 people named Arwa live in the US today, which means 1 in 255,994 Americans share this unique name. With 97 births in 2023, it's clear Arwa is gaining popularity among younger generations.

~1,289
Living in US
1 in 255,994
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Princess
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Regal Determined Compassionate
7
Life Path Number

People named Arwa have a life-path number 7, which is often associated with introspection, spirituality, and a deep sense of wisdom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

208,856
Worldwide Bearers
#4,999
Global Rank
🇾🇪 Yemen
53,353
🇪🇬 Egypt
48,061
🇸🇩 Sudan
37,679
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
32,405
🇯🇴 Jordan
11,384
🇸🇾 Syria
5,615
🇮🇶 Iraq
4,664
🇱🇾 Libya
3,489
🇵🇸 Palestine
2,599
🇴🇲 Oman
1,357

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,289 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
1,117
Would be under 30 (86%)
185
Would be 30–60 (14%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,302 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
11
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arwa Through the Generations

Arwa has seen a surge in popularity, particularly among younger individuals. As of now, there are 1,289 people named Arwa living in the United States, with the majority being under 30 years old. In fact, 86% of those named Arwa fall within the under-30 age bracket, indicating its status as a modern, trendy name. The peak year for Arwa was 2023, with 97 births recorded, showing a significant increase in usage compared to previous years. This trend suggests that Arwa will continue to grow in popularity among new parents looking for a distinctive name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 100
California 70
Illinois 53
Texas 53
Michigan 17
New Jersey 14
Pennsylvania 10
Ohio 7
Connecticut 5
Georgia 5

✨ Similar Names to Arwa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arwa's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Arwa

How Many People Have the Name Arwa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,289 people in the United States currently share the name Arwa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 255,994 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arwa a Common or Rare Name?

Arwa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arwa Mean?

Arwa means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arwa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Arwa Most Popular?

The name Arwa reached peak popularity in 2023, with 97 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arwa?

Approximately 1,289 people named Arwa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,302. That works out to roughly 1 in 255,994 Americans.

Is Arwa a rare name?

Arwa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 255,994 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arwa mean?

Arwa means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Arwa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Arwa are male and 100% are female.

When was Arwa most popular?

Arwa peaked in 2023 with 97 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,289
All-Time Births1,302
1 in X1 in 255,994
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2023
World Rank#4,999
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.