Maiwand
A masculine name of Persian origin possibly meaning "plain" or "field".
Name Census estimates that about 14 living Americans carry the first name Maiwand. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Maiwand today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maiwand births was 2022 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maiwand. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Maiwand with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Maiwand. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
14
~ 1 in 24,482,453 Americans
Peak year
2022
9 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2022 SSA rank
#8,724
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Maiwand: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Maiwand by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Maiwand during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Maiwand
The name Maiwand has its origins in the Persian language and is believed to be derived from the word "mai," meaning wine, and "wand," meaning cup or vessel. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the production or consumption of wine.
The earliest recorded use of the name Maiwand can be traced back to the late 19th century, during the Second Anglo-Afghan War. It gained prominence after the Battle of Maiwand in 1880, a significant military engagement between British forces and Afghan tribesmen near the village of Maiwand in present-day Afghanistan. This battle resulted in a decisive victory for the Afghans and became a symbolic event in their struggle against British imperialism.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Maiwand was Maiwand Khan, an Afghan military leader who played a crucial role in the Battle of Maiwand. His exact birth and death dates are uncertain, but he is believed to have lived in the late 19th century and was celebrated for his bravery and leadership in the battle.
In the 20th century, Maiwand gained recognition as a given name beyond its historical military context. Notable individuals with this name include Maiwand Rahimi, an Afghan politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan from 1992 to 1996. He was born in 1947 and played a significant role in Afghanistan's international relations during a turbulent period in the country's history.
Another notable figure with the name Maiwand is Maiwand Quraishi, an Afghan cricketer who represented the national team in various international tournaments. Born in 1986, he is known for his contributions to the development of cricket in Afghanistan.
The name Maiwand has also been used in artistic and literary circles. Maiwand Jabarkhyl is an Afghan poet and writer who has published several collections of poetry and prose works. He was born in 1963 and his writings often explore themes of identity, resistance, and the complexities of Afghan society.
While the name Maiwand has its roots in Persian culture and history, it has transcended its origins and gained recognition across various fields, from politics and diplomacy to sports and literature. The name's association with a pivotal battle in Afghan history has contributed to its enduring significance and cultural resonance.
People
Maiwand + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maiwand as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Maiwand: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maiwand?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 14 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maiwand going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 24,482,453 US residents.
Is Maiwand a common name?
We classify Maiwand as "Very Rare". It ranks above 34% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 14 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maiwand most popular?
The single biggest year for Maiwand was 2022, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maiwand is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Maiwand in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Maiwand a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Maiwand in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Maiwand still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Maiwand in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Maiwand can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Maiwand?
Find out how many people have the name Maiwand on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.