Jawan

Meaning of Jawan

With its roots in Persian and Hindi—where jawān simply means “young” or “youthful”—Jawan (pronounced jah-WAHN) arrives like a spark of morning light, brimming with promise and vitality. In Urdu, that same word evokes a young soldier, lending the name a quiet strength wrapped in a ribbon of hope. For Latin families, Jawan resonates like a warm abrazo, marrying fierce determination with playful charm. One can picture a little boy named Jawan sprinting through sunlit courtyards in his tiny sneakers, ready to conquer the world—or at least the pile of toys in his room—his laughter carrying tales of adventure around every corner. Though still delightfully uncommon in the States, Jawan carries a melody that lingers, a name celebrating youth, courage, and the joy of new beginnings.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as jah-WAHN (/dʒəwˈwɑn/)

British English

  • Pronunced as jah-WAHN (/dʒu:ˈwɑ:n/)

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Notable People Named Jawan

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