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Tawan

tah-WAN

Tawan is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “Meaning 'sun' in Thai.”, and peaked in popularity in 1973.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Tawan Means

Meaning 'sun' in Thai.

The Story of Tawan

The Thai word for 'sun' has traveled across the globe to warm your child's name with its radiant, optimistic glow.

Tawan is a name whose essence is pure light, originating from the Thai word for 'sun.' This evocative name traveled from Southeast Asia, carried by a desire for names that evoke natural beauty and warmth. While its widespread adoption in English-speaking countries is more recent, its meaning has consistently offered a sense of brightness and energy.

When you speak the name 'Tawan,' it feels like opening the curtains on a bright morning. It’s a name full of energy and optimism, perfect for a child who will light up your world. You’ll find yourself writing Tawan in sunshine-yellow ink on her birth announcement, celebrating the warmth and brightness it promises.

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Gender Split

Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

BrightWarmOptimisticEnergetic

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Peak Year

#22 in 1973

Total Births

408

First Recorded

1970

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