Dwight
Dwight is of English origin, derived from the medieval name Diot, which came from Dionysius, the Greek god of wine and celebration. The name means 'devoted to Dionysus' or 'white' or 'blond' depending on interpretations.
Current Popularity
#2527 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Popular in the mid-20th century but less common today
- •Strong association with President Eisenhower gives it presidential gravitas
- •May evoke 'The Office' character for younger generations
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Famous People
Dwight D. Eisenhower
34th U.S. President and Supreme Allied Commander
Dwight Yoakam
Country music singer and actor
Dwight Howard
Professional basketball player
Dwight Schrute
Fictional character from 'The Office'
Statistics
78,541
Total births since 1880
1953
Peak year
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