About Maiwand
The name "Maiwand" is of Pashto origin and is primarily associated with the Battle of Maiwand, a significant historical event in Afghanistan. Maiwand refers to a district in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan, where the battle took place in 1880. The name itself is derived from the Pashto words "mai" meaning "water" and "wand" meaning "river," indicating its connection to a river or water source in the region. The Battle of Maiwand was a major conflict during the Second Anglo-Afghan War, where Afghan forces fought against the British Empire, resulting in a significant Afghan victory. The name "Maiwand" thus carries historical and cultural significance, representing bravery, resilience, and Afghan heritage.
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Most individuals with the name Maiwand are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 80% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Maiwand in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Maiwand using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.