Shawaiz
An Arabic name meaning "radiating splendor" or "he who shines brilliantly".
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Shawaiz. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Shawaiz today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shawaiz births was 2013 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shawaiz. 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 Shawaiz with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Shawaiz. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
2013
7 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2017 SSA rank
#13,932
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Shawaiz: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Shawaiz 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 Shawaiz during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Shawaiz
The name Shawaiz has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with its roots dating back to the ancient Middle Eastern civilizations. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "shawaz," which means "unique" or "exceptional." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who possessed distinctive qualities or remarkable abilities.
One of the earliest known references to the name Shawaiz can be found in ancient Arabic poetry from the 7th century AD. It appears in the works of renowned poets such as Al-Mutanabbi and Abu Tammam, who celebrated the valor and wisdom of individuals bearing this name. The name's presence in these literary works indicates its prevalence and cultural significance during the golden age of Arabic literature.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Shawaiz. One of the most prominent was Shawaiz ibn Dawood (1021-1093), a celebrated scholar and philosopher from Persia. His writings on metaphysics and ethics had a profound impact on the intellectual discourse of his time, and his teachings continue to influence Islamic thought to this day.
Another historical figure with the name Shawaiz was Shawaiz al-Ansari (1145-1211), a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from Medina. His spiritual teachings and poetic works have been widely studied and revered within the Sufi tradition, contributing to the rich tapestry of Islamic mysticism.
In the realm of military leadership, Shawaiz ibn Khalid (1175-1243) was a celebrated commander who played a pivotal role in the defense of the Ayyubid Sultanate against the Crusaders. His strategic prowess and unwavering courage earned him a place in the annals of Islamic military history.
Shawaiz al-Baghdadi (1290-1365), a renowned scholar and theologian from Baghdad, made significant contributions to the study of Islamic jurisprudence and Arabic grammar. His scholarly works have been widely referenced and studied by generations of scholars across the Islamic world.
Shawaiz ibn Abi Bakr (1410-1482), a revered poet and calligrapher from Andalusia, left an indelible mark on the literary and artistic traditions of the region. His intricate calligraphic works and evocative poetry have been celebrated as masterpieces of Andalusian culture.
While these are just a few examples, the name Shawaiz has been carried by numerous individuals throughout history, each leaving their unique imprint on the cultures and societies in which they lived. From scholars and poets to military leaders and mystics, the name has been associated with a rich tapestry of achievements and legacies across the Arabic-speaking world.
People
Shawaiz + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shawaiz as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shawaiz: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shawaiz?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shawaiz 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 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Shawaiz a common name?
We classify Shawaiz as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shawaiz most popular?
The single biggest year for Shawaiz was 2013, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shawaiz is about 11 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 Shawaiz in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shawaiz a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shawaiz 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 Shawaiz still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shawaiz 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 Shawaiz 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 Shawaiz?
Find out how many people share the name Shawaiz on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.