Arawn
Fact sheet
- Name
- Arawn
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Arawn (pronounced Araun, with the second syllable emphasized) is the ruler of the Welsh Otherworld, known as Annwn.
What does the name Arawn mean?
The name Arawn (pronounced Araun, with emphasis on the second syllable) refers to the king of the Welsh Otherworld Annwn and is also described as 'the hunter on the gray horse.'
Where does the name Arawn come from?
The origin of the name Arawn is Old Welsh. It belongs to the group of masculine first names and is found in both Old Welsh and modern Welsh as well as in English.
How do you pronounce Arawn?
Arawn is pronounced like 'Araun,' with emphasis on the second syllable.
Popularity
In Germany, Arawn is a rather rare first name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. The best ranking Arawn achieved was in 2023, reaching 1,768th place in the Italian name charts. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times in Italy, resulting in a 4,357th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 1999 and 2024, it ranks 5,981st in Italy.
Famous people
- Arawn (guardian of the underworld in Welsh legends)
Frequently asked questions about the name Arawn
What does the name Arawn mean?
Arawn refers to the king of the Welsh Otherworld Annwn and is often described as 'the hunter on the gray horse.'
Where does the name Arawn come from?
The name Arawn has its roots in Old Welsh and is common in both modern Welsh and English.
How popular is the name Arawn?
Arawn is a rather rare name, but due to its mythological significance and cultural roots, it is gaining interest.