The name Jawanda is of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'the wise one'. It's a unisex name, though it's more commonly used for males. The name has a unique and distinct sound, making it stand out among other names. In terms of popularity, Jawanda is not widely known in many parts of the world, which could make it an appealing choice for those seeking a rare and uncommon name.
The name Jawanda experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. While it started with modest numbers in the early '60s and mid '70s (5-7 births per year), there was a substantial spike in 1975 with 21 births, followed by a gradual decline until the late '80s. After a dip in the '90s, it picked up again around 1993, but has since stabilized at lower levels (5-13 births per year) as of the most recent data available from 1998 to 2000. Overall, there were a total of 257 births named Jawanda over this period.