UK girl's name
Juwayria
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "small pearl" or "precious jewel".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Juwayria is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Juwayria popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 5 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. 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.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Juwayria. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Juwayria ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 5 girls were registered as Juwayria.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Juwayria as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4843
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2016
5 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Juwayria mean?
The name Juwayria is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "jara," meaning "to flow" or "to run." It is believed to have originated during the early Islamic era, sometime around the 7th century CE.
In Arabic, the name Juwayria carries the meaning of "little stream" or "small river," reflecting its connection to nature and the flow of water. This name was often given to girls born near rivers or in regions with abundant water sources.
One of the earliest and most notable references to the name Juwayria can be found in Islamic history. Juwayria bint al-Harith (594-674 CE) was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and his wife. She was a member of the Banu Mustaliq tribe and was initially taken as a captive during a battle before accepting Islam and marrying the Prophet.
Another historical figure with the name Juwayria was Juwayria bint al-Hajjaj (d. 768 CE), a renowned poet and scholar from the Abbasid period. Her poetry was widely celebrated for its eloquence and lyrical beauty, and she was renowned for her expertise in Arabic literature and linguistics.
In the 12th century, Juwayria bint Abi al-Fadl (d. 1198 CE) was a prominent Andalusian poet and calligrapher from Seville, Spain. Her work was highly regarded, and she was known for her skill in both poetry and the art of calligraphy.
During the Ottoman Empire, Juwayria Sultan (d. 1631 CE) was a prominent figure in the imperial harem. She was the wife of Sultan Ahmed I and played a significant role in the cultural and political life of the Ottoman court.
In more recent history, Juwayria Arabi (1936-2015) was a renowned Syrian writer and poet. Her works were widely acclaimed for their exploration of themes related to women's experiences, identity, and social issues.
The name Juwayria has maintained its popularity among Arabic-speaking communities throughout the centuries, with variations in spelling and pronunciation across different regions. Its deep-rooted connection to nature and its association with notable historical figures have contributed to its enduring appeal.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Juwayria over time
The chart below shows babies named Juwayria registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Juwayria, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Juwayria by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Juwayria 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 | #4843 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4902 | 8 | 2 |
| 2000s | #5061 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Juwayria: questions and answers
How popular is the name Juwayria in the UK right now?
In 2024, Juwayria was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Juwayria most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 5 babies registered as Juwayria in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Juwayria?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "small pearl" or "precious jewel".
How many people are called Juwayria in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Juwayria across the 5 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.