Rizwan
Boy name · 14 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Rizwan: 14 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 1979.
Rizwan carries a strong and noble meaning, rooted in Arabic where it directly translates to "contentment," "satisfaction," or "divine approval." In Islamic tradition, it is a highly revered name, appearing in the Qur'an to describe the ultimate reward of paradise—the pleasure of God. Among its most famous bearers is Rizwan Khan, the central character in the 2010 film *My Name Is Khan*, a poignant portrayal of a Muslim man navigating life with Asperger's syndrome. A further note: the name is often chosen by parents wishing to bestow a sense of spiritual peace and blessing upon their child, and its modern, accessible sound has helped it cross cultural boundaries while retaining its profound, faith-centred meaning.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19794 babies
- Latest (1987)
- #2804 babies
- Total births
- 14since 1976
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y