The nameAwena

Awena is a girl's name of Celtic origin, often linked to inspiration. It appeared in France in the 2000s.

Meaning

Awena is linked to the Welsh and Breton awen, "poetic inspiration".

Origin

Breton and Welsh.

History

The name spread in France in the 2000s and 2010s.

Popularity of the name Awena

Awena in France

3020thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2010peak year (40 births)
765babies named Awena in France since 1900
02040 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Awena was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 310 births over the decade, 41% of all recorded babies named Awena. Its rise began around 1977, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Awena in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 16 births a year on average, against 26 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Awena mean?

Awena is linked to the Welsh and Breton awen, "poetic inspiration".

What is the origin of the name Awena?

Breton and Welsh.

Is Awena a girl's or a boy's name?

Awena is a girl's name.