How popular is the name Dwain in 2025?

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

When was the name Dwain most popular?

Dwain peaked in 1959, reaching #488 among US boy names.

Dwain will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Dwain entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #488 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#488

peak (1959)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 4,700 people named Dwain are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dwain alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dwain in 2025?: Dwain is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dwain most popular?: Dwain peaked in 1959, reaching #488 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dwain with classmates?: Dwain will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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