Dewayne
boy name#2451 in 2025Dewayne entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #303 in 1962, ranks #2451 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#2451
rank today
#303
peak (1962)
55
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1579 |
| 1920s | #820 |
| 1930s | #507 |
| 1940s | #460 |
| 1950s | #400 |
| 1960s | #318 |
| 1970s | #350 |
| 1980s | #483 |
| 1990s | #774 |
| 2000s | #1070 |
| 2010s | #1616 |
| 2020s | #2532 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dewayne has been most popular in TX, IN, TN.
Living bearers
About 21,000 people named Dewayne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dewayne alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dewayne in 2025?
- Dewayne ranks #2451 among US boy names in 2025, with 55 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dewayne most popular?
- Dewayne peaked in 1962, reaching #303 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dewayne with classmates?
- Dewayne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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