Dewy
boy nameDewy entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1002 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
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rank today
#1002
peak (1898)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1002 |
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
| 1960s | #3948 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dewy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dewy alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dewy in 2025?
- Dewy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dewy most popular?
- Dewy peaked in 1898, reaching #1002 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dewy with classmates?
- Dewy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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