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UK girl's name

Awan

A masculine name of Arabic origin representing "clouds" or "sky".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Awan is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Awan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Awan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Awan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Awan ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 girls were registered as Awan.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Awan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2023

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Awan mean?

The name Awan has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "awan," which means "time" or "season." The name is believed to have been in use as early as the 7th century AD, during the rise of Islam and the spread of the Arabic language across the Middle East and North Africa.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Awan can be found in ancient Arabic poetry and literature. It was often used as a symbolic name, representing the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing each moment. In some Islamic texts, the name Awan is also associated with the concept of patience and perseverance, as time is a constant companion throughout one's journey.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Awan. One of the earliest recorded figures was Awan ibn Abi Jahl, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century AD. He was known for his bravery and loyalty during the early days of Islam.

Another significant figure was Awan al-Kalbi, a renowned Arab poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century AD. His poetry and literary works were highly influential during the Abbasid Caliphate and helped shape the development of Arabic literature.

In the 12th century, Awan al-Din Anushirvan was a prominent Persian ruler and military leader from the Khwarazmian dynasty. He is remembered for his successful campaigns against the Seljuk Turks and his efforts to strengthen the Khwarazmian Empire.

During the Ottoman Empire, the name Awan was also prominent. Awan Pasha, born in the late 16th century, was a Grand Vizier and military commander who played a crucial role in the expansion of the Ottoman territories in the Balkans and the Middle East.

In more recent times, Awan Choudhry was a renowned Pakistani lawyer and human rights activist who lived from 1932 to 2011. He was known for his tireless efforts in defending civil liberties and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities in Pakistan.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Awan throughout history. The name has endured across various cultures and regions, carrying with it the rich heritage and symbolic significance of its Arabic origins.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Awan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Awan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5687 3 1

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FAQ

Awan: questions and answers

How popular is the name Awan in the UK right now?

In 2023, Awan was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Awan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Awan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Awan?

A masculine name of Arabic origin representing "clouds" or "sky".

How many people are called Awan in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Awan across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.