How Many People Are Named Mwajuma?

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

Mwajuma
Very Rare
Swahili

Mwajuma means 'morning star' in Swahili, making it a rare gem among names. Only 29 people named Mwajuma live in the US today, which means 1 in 11,445,616 Americans share this unique name. All but none of these individuals are under 30, highlighting its status as a truly modern choice.

~29
Living in US
1 in 11,445,616
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Morning star
🌐
Origin
Swahili
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Hopeful Radiant
1
Life Path Number

Life-path number 1 represents leadership and independence.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

214,176
Worldwide Bearers
#4,885
Global Rank
🇹🇿 Tanzania
197,007
🇺🇬 Uganda
13,512
🇨🇩 DR Congo
2,424
🇰🇪 Kenya
843
🇲🇼 Malawi
169
🇸🇴 Somalia
160
🇬🇧 England
11
🇿🇦 South Africa
7
🇿🇲 Zambia
6
🇸🇪 Sweden
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
29 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 3
29
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 29 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: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
33
Classic Feel
2
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Mwajuma Through the Generations

Mwajuma, a name that's seen a surge in popularity in recent years, particularly in 2024 when it peaked with 9 births, is predominantly favored by younger parents. With an average age of just 3, it's clear that Mwajuma is a name for the new generation. The name's origins in Swahili add to its uniqueness, and its rarity ensures that it remains a distinctive choice for those seeking something out of the ordinary.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Mwajuma's Swahili roots

📄 About the Name Mwajuma

How Many People Have the Name Mwajuma?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 29 people in the United States currently share the name Mwajuma. That works out to roughly 1 in every 11,445,616 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Mwajuma a Common or Rare Name?

Mwajuma 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 Mwajuma Mean?

Mwajuma means "morning star" and comes from Swahili origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Mwajuma Most Popular?

The name Mwajuma reached peak popularity in 2024, with 9 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 Mwajuma?

Approximately 29 people named Mwajuma live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 29. That works out to roughly 1 in 11,445,616 Americans.

Is Mwajuma a rare name?

Mwajuma is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 11,445,616 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mwajuma mean?

Mwajuma means "morning star" and comes from Swahili origins.

Is Mwajuma more male or female?

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

When was Mwajuma most popular?

Mwajuma peaked in 2024 with 9 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 US29
All-Time Births29
1 in X1 in 11,445,616
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age3
Peak Year2024
World Rank#4,885
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.