UK girl's name
Mawaddah
A feminine Arabic name meaning love, affection, or cordial relationship.
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.
Mawaddah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mawaddah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 6 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2009 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 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Mawaddah. 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
- • Mawaddah ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 6 girls were registered as Mawaddah.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mawaddah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4192
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2016
6 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Mawaddah mean?
The name Mawaddah originates from the Arabic language and carries a profound meaning rooted in Islamic tradition. It is derived from the Arabic word "wudd," which signifies love, affection, and compassion.
In the Islamic context, the term "mawaddah" holds great significance as it is mentioned in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. Specifically, it appears in Surah Ar-Rum (30:21), where it refers to the love and affection that exists between husbands and wives.
The earliest recorded use of the name Mawaddah can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age. It was a period when Arabic literature and culture flourished, and names with profound meanings were highly valued.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Mawaddah. One of the earliest examples is Mawaddah bint Al-Abbas (618-692 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and descendant of the Prophet Muhammad. She was known for her knowledge of hadith (prophetic traditions) and her piety.
Another significant figure was Mawaddah Al-Baghdadi (1145-1237 CE), a respected Sufi mystic and poet from Baghdad. Her poetic works explored the themes of divine love and spiritual enlightenment, earning her recognition in the literary circles of her time.
In the 13th century, Mawaddah Al-Qudsi (1220-1290 CE) was a prominent female scholar and jurist from Jerusalem. She was renowned for her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the advancement of women's education.
During the Ottoman Empire, Mawaddah Hatun (1542-1597 CE) was a notable figure. She was a philanthropist and the wife of the Ottoman Grand Vizier, Sokollu Mehmed Pasha. Mawaddah Hatun was known for her charitable works, including the construction of mosques, schools, and public baths.
More recently, Mawaddah Nur (1932-2021 CE) was a revered Indonesian author and activist. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and played a significant role in promoting literacy and education in her country.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have carried the name Mawaddah throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mawaddah over time
The chart below shows babies named Mawaddah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 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 Mawaddah, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mawaddah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mawaddah 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 | #4192 | 5 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4951 | 16 | 4 |
| 2000s | #5556 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Mawaddah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mawaddah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Mawaddah was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Mawaddah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 6 babies registered as Mawaddah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mawaddah?
A feminine Arabic name meaning love, affection, or cordial relationship.
How many people are called Mawaddah in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Mawaddah across the 6 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.