Tawfiq

A boy's name of Arabic origin with 102 recorded U.S. births.

Boy's nameRare nameNot ranked recently

Meaning & Origin

Tawfiq peaked during the Gen Z era, when 8 babies received this name in a single year (2004). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Tawfiq has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.

Tawfiq is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Tawfiq is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, from the Arabic tawfiq meaning 'success,' 'divine guidance,' or 'prosperity' — implying that one's success comes from God's blessing and direction. It is a deeply valued name in Muslim communities worldwide.

Spiritual and aspirational, Tawfiq is popular across the Arab world and among Muslim families globally. Its meaning encapsulates a parent's deepest wish — that their child will be guided, blessed, and successful in all endeavors.

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Phonetically, Tawfiq belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.

Within the Arabic naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Arabic names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Tawfiq’s linguistic neighborhood.

At a Glance

Unranked

Current Rank

102

Total births

Since 1988

2004

Peak year

8 births

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Popularity Over Time

Tawfiq has 16+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1988.

First appeared: 1988Peak: 2004 (8 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Tawfiq
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	5	#13851	▼
2010s	51	#11498	▲
2000s	34	#10398	▲
1990s	7	#8611	▲
1980s	5	#8378	—

The Story of Tawfiq

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2004, Tawfiq is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Tawfiq are most likely born between 1994 and 2014.

How rare is Tawfiq?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Tawfiq is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1988, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 51 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.

Tawfiq by the numbers

Would fill 2 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(16 years, 1988–2021)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Tawfiq
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2021	5	#13851	-2 (-28.6%)
2018	7	#10623	+1 (16.7%)
2017	6	#12066	0
2016	6	#11994	-1 (-14.3%)
2015	7	#10496	+1 (16.7%)
2013	6	#11994	0
2012	6	#12115	-1 (-14.3%)
2011	7	#10650	+1 (16.7%)
2010	6	#12046	-1 (-14.3%)
2009	7	#10839	0
2008	7	#10910	-1 (-12.5%)
2004	8	#8828	+1 (14.3%)
2002	7	#9291	+2 (40.0%)
2001	5	#12123	-2 (-28.6%)
1999	7	#8611	+2 (40.0%)
1988	5	#8378	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tawfiq a boy's or girl's name?

Tawfiq is primarily a boy's name.

When was Tawfiq most popular?

Tawfiq reached its peak popularity in 2004 with 8 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Tawfiq?

Tawfiq is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 102 babies in the U.S. since 1988. Its peak was in 2004.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1988–2021