Marwan

Marwan: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Marwan

  • A male given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic مَرْوَان (marwān).

How popular is Marwan?

58U.S. babies in 2025
#2328peak rank (1974)
1,367babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,367 boys in the U.S. have been named Marwan. Its highest rank for boys was #2328 in 1974. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Marwan FAQ

What does the name Marwan mean?

A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic مَرْوَان (marwān).

What is the origin of the name Marwan?

Marwan is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Marwan?

Since 1880, 1,367 boys in the U.S. have been named Marwan. Its highest rank for boys was #2328 in 1974. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Marwan a boy or girl name?

Marwan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,367 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.