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Mauwa

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Pronounced MAH-oo-wah /ˈmɑ.u.wə/Medium

Meaning: Linked to Swahili maua, 'flowers'; also used as a modern coined name; routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: Flowers: Mauwa is linked to Swahili. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'MAH-oo-wah').

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Origin LowSwahili

MeaningLinked to Swahili maua, 'flowers'; also used as a modern coined name; routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2025)#8173 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 45

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mauwa is linked to Swahili maua, 'flowers'; it is also used as a modern coined name (routes uncertain, which we flag honestly). A lyrical, modern name (said 'MAH-oo-wah').

In the U.S. it appears thinly. Rare, flowers at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Mauwa is linked to Swahili maua, 'flowers' — a lyrical, modern name (it is also used as a coinage; the routes are uncertain, which we note; said 'MAH-oo-wah').

Overall data confidence 34%

References — Mauwa — routes uncertain

Variations

MauaMauwah

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mauwa mean?

Mauwa is linked to Swahili maua, 'flowers'; it is also a coinage, so the routes are uncertain.

How do you pronounce Mauwa?

It's said MAH-oo-wah /ˈmɑ.u.wə/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Mauwa a boy or girl name?

Mauwa is a girl's name.

How popular is Mauwa?

Mauwa is a very rare name in the U.S.