Rwanda
Girl nameRwanda has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 1951. It peaked in 1951.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
10
Peak year
1951 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1951
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Rwanda — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Rwanda.
Sibling name ideas for Rwanda
Same era and popularity as Rwanda, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Rwanda?
Rwanda has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 1951. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Rwanda peak?
Rwanda peaked in 1951, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Rwanda a girl or boy name?
Rwanda is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Rwanda are girls).
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