Kawan
Kawan is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,741 in the US, popular nicknames include Kaw, Kay, and Kawie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kawan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 15 babies have been named Kawan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kawan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,741 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,741
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Kawan is also used as a boy name, ranked #17146.
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About the Name Kawan
Kawan is a girl name .
Is Kawan a boy or girl name? Kawan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #61,741 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #17,146. Kawan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kawan is currently ranked #61,741 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kawan include Kaw, Kay, and Kawie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis