Ridwan
Ridwan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Grace, acceptance, contentment, or satisfaction.
Origin and history
Ridwan is a traditional masculine name of Arabic origin that translates to contentment, approval, or satisfaction. In Islamic tradition, it is recognized as the name of the angel who guards the gates of Paradise. While historically rare in the United States, its usage has shown a steady increase in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
689 babies in the United States have been named Ridwan since 1880. It ranks #3987 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1766.
States where it is most popular
- NY (48.1 %)
- MN (44.4 %)
- CA (3.7 %)
- OH (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 36 |
| 2000-2010 | 177 |
| 2010-2019 | 315 |
| 2020-2029 | 161 |
Famous people named Ridwan
- Ridwan Kamil: Architect, Politician
Fun facts
- In Islamic eschatology, Ridwan is revered as the keeper of Jannah (Paradise).
- The name is also commonly transliterated into English as Rizwan, reflecting regional phonetic variations.