Marwah

“Refers to a hill or a high place.” — Embodies nature's eleganc

Arab countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7899US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

293All-time births

📅 Since 198000

What does Marwah mean and where does it come from?

Marwah (مَرْوَة) is a traditional Arabic name that has cultural significance in Islamic history, especially as it is one of the two hills that pilgrims walk between during the Hajj pilgrimage. It is often linked to qualities of strength and beauty and is seen as a name that embodies nature's eleganc

Cultural significance

Marwah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arab countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of refers to a hill or a high place..

Peak popularity

Reached #6121 in 2013 — currently #7899 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Marwah?

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

Marwah Grace

How popular is Marwah right now?

Rising fast — up 1525 spots — currently #7899 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#7899 · Top 5.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7899	14	▲ up 1525 · +27% births
2022	#9424	11	▲ up 3594 · +57% births
2021	#13018	7	▼ down 2599 · -22% births
2020	#10419	9	▼ down 2257 · -36% births
2015	#8162	14	▲ up 2563 · +40% births
2010	#10725	10	▲ up 1520 · +25% births
2005	#12245	8	▼ down 3011 · -11% births
1995	#9234	9	▲ up 2784 · +80% births
1980	#12018	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marwah

Best Year2023Rank #7899

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10349

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Marwah

Marwah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 293 total births recorded, Marwah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12018 in 1980 to #7899 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Marwah in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Marwah by decade

Marwah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	10
1990s	52
2000s	75
2010s ★	147
2020s	9

💎Marwah has only 293 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marwah?

Common

MarMaArwah

What names sound and feel like Marwah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marwah also consider these

Marrah

American · Bitterness

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arwah

Arabic · A Arabic name

Maylah

Arabic · Arabic

Makkah

Saudi Arabia · The birthplace of

Mayrah

American · A variation of

Common questions about the name Marwah

What does the name Marwah mean?

Marwah means "Refers to a hill or a high place." — a name rooted in Arab countries 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 Marwah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Marwah?

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

Is Marwah trending right now?

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

Is Marwah a common or rare name?

Marwah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.