The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 179 births ranking #1277. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Arwen is a beautiful literary name meaning noble maiden. It feels ethereal, elegant, and unmistakably story-rich.
Although built from Welsh-style elements, the name is most strongly associated with Tolkien's world and later modern fantasy-loving naming culture. Its appeal lies in softness, distinction, and literary magic.