Rawlins is an uncommon given name of English origin. It is derived from the surname Rawlin, which is believed to have originated from several possible sources. One theory suggests that it is a variant of the medieval English personal name Rolf or Ralph, which means "wolf counsel" or "wise wolf." Another theory proposes that it could be derived from the Old English word "hræfn," meaning "raven," and thus would have the meaning "descendant of Raven."
The name Rawlins does not appear to have a specific historical figure associated with it. However, there are several individuals throughout history who bore the surname Rawlin or Rawlins, including politicians, military figures, and notable families in England and America.
In literature, Rawlins appears as a character's last name in several works, such as in the novel "The Big Sleep" by Raymond Chandler, and in the video game series "Red Dead Redemption," where the protagonist John Marston's second-in-command is named UncleRawlins.
The name Rawlins has seen a steady increase in popularity over the past few years in the United States. In 2020, there were 7 newborns named Rawlins, and this number remained consistent with another 7 births in 2021. However, from 2022 onwards, we saw an upward trend with 8 babies named Rawlins that year and a further increase to 9 in 2023.
Overall, between 2020 and 2023, there were a total of 31 newborns given the name Rawlins across the United States. This shows that while it may not be one of the most popular names, Rawlins is certainly gaining traction among parents who choose to give their children this unique moniker.