The nameMerwan

Merwan is a form of Marwan, given in France mostly in the 2000s.

Meaning

Like Marwan, its meaning is debated. It is an old name in Arab history.

Origin

Arabic. Marwan I was an Umayyad caliph in the 7th century.

History

First found in France in 1985, Merwan peaked in the late 2000s. It is less common today.

Popularity of the name Merwan

Merwan in France

2355thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (115 births)
1,545babies named Merwan in France since 1900
058115 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Merwan was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 620 births over the decade, 40% of all recorded babies named Merwan. Its rise began around 1989, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Merwan in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 11 births a year on average, against 23 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Merwan mean?

Like Marwan, its meaning is debated. It is an old name in Arab history.

What is the origin of the name Merwan?

Arabic. Marwan I was an Umayyad caliph in the 7th century.

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

Merwan is a boy's name.