Zawadi

“Gift; present.” — Symbolize the joy and love brought into a family

Swahili-speaking countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5542US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

174All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Zawadi mean and where does it come from?

Zawadi is a Swahili name that means 'gift' or 'present'. It is common in East African countries such as Tanzania and Kenya. The name holds cultural significance, often given to a child to symbolize the joy and love brought into a family. Over time, Zawadi has gained popularity in various regions, es

Cultural significance

Zawadi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Swahili-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift; present..

Peak popularity

Reached #5751 in 2020 — currently #5542 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zawadi?

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

Zawadi Grace

How popular is Zawadi right now?

Rising fast — up 1734 spots — currently #5542 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5542 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5542	23	▲ up 1734 · +44% births
2022	#7276	16	▲ up 2271 · +45% births
2021	#9547	11	▼ down 3796 · -48% births
2020	#5751	21	▲ up 5637 · +133% births
2015	#11388	9	▲ up 1582 · +13% births
2010	#12970	8	▼ down 303
2005	#12667	8	▲ up 4274 · +60% births
2000	#16941	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zawadi

Best Year2023Rank #5542

Peak Count23

Average Rank#10260

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Zawadi

Zawadi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 174 total births recorded, Zawadi remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16941 in 2000 to #5542 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zawadi in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Zawadi by decade

Zawadi peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	44
2010s ★	104
2020s	21

💎Zawadi has only 174 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zawadi?

Common

ZawZawieZawyAdi

What names sound and feel like Zawadi?

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

Ahadi

Swahili-speaking countries · one, unity

Zamani

Swahili-speaking Countries · The one that

Casadi

American · Derived from 'casa',

Indonesia · a successful woman;

Common questions about the name Zawadi

What does the name Zawadi mean?

Zawadi means "Gift; present." — a name rooted in Swahili-speaking 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 Zawadi?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zawadi?

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

What sibling names go well with Zawadi?

Zawadi pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Swahili-speaking countries heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Zawadi trending right now?

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