Dawes
boy nameDawes entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #3023 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#3023
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3547 |
| 2010s | #12246 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dawes are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dawes alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dawes in 2025?
- Dawes is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dawes most popular?
- Dawes peaked in 1924, reaching #3023 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dawes with classmates?
- Dawes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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