Rawan
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Rawan: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
Rawan is a name of Arabic origin, meaning "fragrant" or "good scent," often associated with the pleasant aroma of rain on dry earth—a poetic connection to renewal and freshness. Among its notable bearers are Rawan Al-Qurashi, a Saudi journalist and activist, and Rawan bin Hussain, a Syrian actress. The name does not have a strong place connection in Scotland or elsewhere, but it shares its root with "Rayhan," a related Arabic name meaning "sweet basil." In Scotland, Rawan has been a rare but growing choice, reflecting the country's increasing cultural diversity and the appeal of names with lyrical, nature-inspired meanings.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2021)
- #7923 babies
- Total births
- 6since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y