Awais

“Wondrous; one who is far-sighted.” — Associated with Awais al-Qarni

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8145US 2020

9Births / yr

↓Falling

128All-time births

📅 Since 199000

How to pronounce Awais

AW·EYEZ

/ˈɔ.ˈaɪz/ · stress on AW · 2 syllables

“Wondrous; one who is far-sighted.”

Associated with Awais al-Qarni · Arabic origin

What does Awais mean and where does it come from?

Awais is primarily found in Arabic-speaking and South Asian cultures. The name is derived from Arabic roots and has religious significance, as it is often associated with Awais al-Qarni, a famous figure in Islamic history known for his piety. The name conveys attributes of wisdom and insight, making

Cultural significance

Awais has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wondrous; one who is far-sighted..

Peak popularity

Reached #5973 in 2002 — currently #8145 in the US.

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How else can you spell Awais?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Aweis

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Awais?

Awais works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Awais Grace

How popular is Awais right now?

Falling — down 865 spots — currently #8145 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2020#8145 · Top 6.0%

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1995

2000

2005

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#8270	9	▼ down 865 · -10% births
2005	#7405	10	▲ up 520 · +25% births
2000	#7925	8	▲ up 632 · +33% births
1995	#8557	6	▼ down 592
1990	#7965	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Awais

Best Year2005Rank #7405

Peak Count10

Average Rank#8024

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20205 years

The story of Awais

Awais is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 128 total births recorded, Awais remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7965 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8270 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Awais in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Awais by decade

Awais peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	31
2000s ★	58
2010s	30
2020s	9

💎Awais has only 128 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Awais?

Common

AwaAwAwieAwy

Famous people named Awais

Awais (Sufi mystic)

Awais used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Awais (Islamic scholar)

Awais bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Awais (Quranic figure)

Awais appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Awais (Arab poet)

Awais carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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Uwais

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Anais

French · grace, favor

Avais

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Amais

Hispanic countries · Unique

Balais

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Common questions about the name Awais

What does the name Awais mean?

Awais means "Wondrous; one who is far-sighted." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Awais?

Awais is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Awais have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Awais?

Awais originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Awais?

Awais is a two-syllable name pronounced AO1 AY1 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Awais trending right now?

Awais is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.