How Many People Are Named Jawara?

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

Jawara
Very Rare
African

Jawara means 'ruler' in African languages, making it a regal choice. Only 1 in 1,263,783 Americans share this unique name, with just 261 people named Jawara living today. The name peaked in popularity in 1992 with 21 births.

~512
Living in US
1 in 647,362
Americans
1992
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Ruler
🌐
Origin
African
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

902
Worldwide Bearers
#270,251
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
247
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
214
🇮🇳 India
146
🇵🇰 Pakistan
87
🇮🇩 Indonesia
50
🇵🇭 Philippines
36
🇨🇩 DR Congo
27
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
16
🇬🇲 Gambia
16
🇳🇬 Nigeria
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
256 (98%)
♀ Female
5 (2%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 42
20
Would be under 30 (7%)
259
Would be 30–60 (93%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 279 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: 1992

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
28
Modern Appeal
72
International
82

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

📜 Jawara Through the Generations

Jawara, a name steeped in African heritage, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1992. With 261 individuals bearing the name today, it's clear that Jawara remains a cherished choice among families. The majority of Jawara's bearers, 93%, fall within the 30-60 age range, indicating a stable yet modern name that continues to resonate with parents seeking a distinctive moniker.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 30
Georgia 5

✨ Similar Names to Jawara

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Jawara's African roots

📄 About the Name Jawara

How Many People Have the Name Jawara?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 512 people in the United States currently share the name Jawara. That works out to roughly 1 in every 647,362 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Jawara a Common or Rare Name?

Jawara 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 Jawara Mean?

Jawara means "ruler" and comes from African origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Jawara in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.

When Was Jawara Most Popular?

The name Jawara reached peak popularity in 1992, with 21 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Jawara?

Approximately 512 people named Jawara live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 512. That works out to roughly 1 in 647,362 Americans.

Is Jawara a rare name?

Jawara is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 647,362 Americans has this name.

What does the name Jawara mean?

Jawara means "ruler" and comes from African origins.

Is Jawara more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Jawara are male and 2% are female.

When was Jawara most popular?

Jawara peaked in 1992 with 21 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US512
All-Time Births512
1 in X1 in 647,362
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age42
Peak Year1992
World Rank#270,251
Male %98%
Female %2%

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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.