Rawlin

“Derived from a surname meaning 'son of a little wolf'”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7629US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

199All-time births

📅 Since 192100

How to pronounce Rawlin

RAH·LIN

/ˈrɑ.ˈlɪn/ · stress on RAH · 2 syllables

“Derived from a surname meaning 'son of a little wolf'”

English origin · Boy name

What does Rawlin mean and where does it come from?

Rawlin is a masculine name derived from surnames such as Rawlins, which themselves come from the Old French name Roulins, meaning 'son of a little wolf'. It is commonly used in English-speaking countries. Although its use is relatively rare compared to more common names, it bears a strong and noble

Cultural significance

Rawlin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from a surname meaning 'son of a little wolf'.

Peak popularity

Reached #2838 in 1944 — currently #7629 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rawlin?

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

Rawlin Grace

How popular is Rawlin right now?

Rising fast — up 2977 spots — currently #7629 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#7629 · Top 5.6%

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2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7629	11	▲ up 2977 · +57% births
2022	#10606	7	▲ up 3028 · +40% births
2021	#13634	5	▼ down 4050 · -29% births
2020	#9584	7	▲ up 115
2015	#9699	7	▲ up 131
2010	#9830	7	▼ down 5947 · +17% births
1960	#3883	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rawlin

Best Year1960Rank #3883

Peak Count11

Average Rank#9266

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 20237 years

The story of Rawlin

Rawlin entered American naming records in 1921 and has been in use for over 103 years. With 199 total births recorded, Rawlin remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3883 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7629 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rawlin in 1944:

James Robert John William Richard

Rawlin by decade

Rawlin peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	17
1930s	16
1940s	32
1950s	15
1960s	17
1970s	12
1990s	5
2000s	16
2010s ★	62
2020s	7

💎Rawlin has only 199 total recorded births since 1921 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rawlin?

Common

RawRaAwlin

What names sound and feel like Rawlin?

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

Raelin

English · English

Raylin

American · A combination of

English · A meaningful name

Raydin

English · from the estate

Caylin

English · keeper of the

Jahlin

English · God will uplift

Common questions about the name Rawlin

What does the name Rawlin mean?

Rawlin means "Derived from a surname meaning 'son of a little wolf'" — a name rooted in English 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 Rawlin?

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

What is the cultural origin of Rawlin?

Rawlin originates from English tradition. English 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 Rawlin?

Rawlin is a two-syllable name pronounced R AA1 L IH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Rawlin trending right now?

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