Dawn
girl name#2173 in 2025Dawn entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #14 in 1971, ranks #2173 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
#2173
rank today
#14
peak (1971)
85
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1276 |
| 1890s | #1262 |
| 1900s | #1781 |
| 1910s | #1224 |
| 1920s | #614 |
| 1930s | #336 |
| 1940s | #246 |
| 1950s | #123 |
| 1960s | #36 |
| 1970s | #30 |
| 1980s | #162 |
| 1990s | #610 |
| 2000s | #1433 |
| 2010s | #2101 |
| 2020s | #2083 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dawn has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 260,000 people named Dawn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dawn alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dawn in 2025?
- Dawn ranks #2173 among US girl names in 2025, with 85 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dawn most popular?
- Dawn peaked in 1971, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dawn with classmates?
- Dawn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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