Dwayne
Dwayne is of Irish and Gaelic origin, derived from the name Dubhán meaning 'little dark one' or 'swarthy'. It was originally a surname that transitioned into use as a first name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#1565 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Sometimes spelled as Duane, with both versions being acceptable
- •Easy to pronounce and spell once learned
- •Peaked in popularity during the 1960s-1980s
- •Strong association with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has given it a tough, charismatic image
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Famous People
Dwayne Johnson
Actor and former professional wrestler
Dwayne Wade
Former NBA basketball player
Dwayne McDuffie
Comic book writer and animator
Dwayne Hickman
Actor, best known for 'The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis'
Statistics
76,738
Total births since 1880
1961
Peak year
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