Jawan
Jawan is a Muslim boy name of Persian / Urdu origin, meaning “Young, youthful, brave”.
| Meaning | Young, youthful, brave |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian / Urdu |
| Written as | جوان |
| Pronunciation | jah-WAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Jawan
Persian javān simply means young, and it shares a distant ancestor with the English word. Urdu and Hindi later used jawan for a young soldier, so the name picks up a feeling of vigour and bravery. Some families in Pakistan and north India use it as a name or pet name. Still, most people meet it as an ordinary word rather than on a birth certificate.
Is Jawan a Muslim name?
Jawan is a Persian and Urdu word rather than an Arabic name, though South Asian Muslim families sometimes use it. Nothing in its meaning conflicts with Islam, even if it carries no religious sense.
How popular is Jawan?
Pakistanis and north Indians mostly use it as a nickname or middle name rather than a first name.
Gifts with the name Jawan
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Spellings and variants of Jawan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jawan mean?
Jawan means 'Young, youthful, brave'. It is of Persian / Urdu origin.
Is Jawan a Muslim name?
Jawan is a Persian and Urdu word rather than an Arabic name, though South Asian Muslim families sometimes use it. Nothing in its meaning conflicts with Islam, even if it carries no religious sense.
How do you pronounce Jawan?
Jawan is pronounced jah-WAHN.
Is Jawan a boy or girl name?
Jawan is usually a boy name.