Lawan
boy nameLawan entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3344 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#3344
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4804 |
| 1980s | #6205 |
| 1990s | #8336 |
| 2000s | #8456 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lawan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lawan alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lawan in 2025?
- Lawan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lawan most popular?
- Lawan peaked in 1972, reaching #3344 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lawan with classmates?
- Lawan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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