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Marwan

♂ Boy

Pronounced mar-WAN /mar.ˈwaːn/Medium

Meaning: Pebbles, flintMedium

In 30 seconds: Marwan is an Arabic boy's name meaning 'pebbles' or 'flint.' It draws on hard, enduring stone for its sense.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningPebbles, flint

U.S. rank (2024)#2722 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births48 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,309

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

From Arabic, Marwan refers to flint or small white stones, a name with a grounded, mineral meaning. It has a long history in the Arabic-speaking world, including among early figures of the Umayyad period. The hard stone behind it suggests durability and strength.

Modern bearers include Dutch actor Marwan Kenzari, known for Aladdin and The Old Guard, and Egyptian footballer Marwan Mohsen. The two clear syllables give it a confident, evenly balanced sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Marwan is 'pebbles, flint', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Marwan — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Merve

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★Marwan Kenzari (1983–present)
Dutch actor known for Aladdin and The Old Guard.
★Marwan Mohsen (1989–present)
Egyptian professional footballer, striker.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Marwan mean?

Marwan is usually explained as meaning 'pebbles, flint' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Marwan?

It's commonly said mar-WAN /mar.ˈwaːn/.

Is Marwan a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Marwan is used as a boy name.

How popular is Marwan?

In 2024, Marwan ranked #2722 in the U.S. for boys, with 48 births recorded.