How popular is the name Dawn in 2025?

Dawn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Dawn most popular?

Dawn peaked in 1969, reaching #1086 among US boy names.

Dawn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Dawn entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #1086 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1086

peak (1969)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 800 people named Dawn are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dawn alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dawn in 2025?: Dawn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dawn most popular?: Dawn peaked in 1969, reaching #1086 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dawn with classmates?: Dawn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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