Find out how popular the first name Jawana has been for the last 24 years (from 1974 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jawana by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Jawana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jawana.

The history of the first name Jawana

The name Jawana is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is one of the oldest languages in the world, dating back to around 1500 BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "javana," which means "swift" or "quick." The name is thought to have been used in ancient India and was likely given to children as a way of wishing them a life full of energy and vitality.

In Hindu mythology, there are several references to the name Jawana. One notable example is the character Javana, who was a demon king mentioned in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. This text dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE and is considered one of the most important works in Hindu literature.

The earliest recorded use of the name Jawana dates back to the 7th century CE, when it was found in inscriptions and records from the Gupta Empire, which ruled over much of northern and central India at the time. During this period, the name was primarily used by Hindu families and was popular among the nobility and upper classes.

One of the most famous historical figures with the name Jawana was Jawana Singh, a Rajput warrior and ruler who lived in the 16th century CE. He was the Raja (king) of the princely state of Jaipur in present-day Rajasthan, India, and was known for his bravery and military prowess in defending his kingdom against invaders.

Another notable figure was Jawana Mal, a 17th-century Rajput nobleman and military leader from the Marwar region of Rajasthan. He served as a commander in the army of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and was renowned for his skills in horsemanship and archery.

In the 19th century, Jawana Naik was a prominent figure in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against British rule. He was a sepoy (soldier) in the East India Company's army and played a key role in the rebellion in the region of present-day Uttar Pradesh.

Another historical figure with the name Jawana was Jawana Singh II, who ruled the princely state of Jaipur in the early 20th century, from 1903 to 1922. He was known for his progressive policies and efforts to modernize his kingdom.

Finally, Jawana Singh Chouhan was a prominent Indian politician and freedom fighter who lived from 1891 to 1964. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and actively participated in the struggle for India's independence from British colonial rule.

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