Pure, clear, smooth rock
Derived from the Arabic root s-f-w, Safwan signifies something that is pure and clear. It specifically refers to a smooth, clean rock or stone, symbolizing both clarity of character and steadfast strength.
Less common today
Safwan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,071 in 2025.
A prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad
Academic and author of Tunisia: An Arab Anomaly
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).