Dwayn
boy nameDwayn entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #2907 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#2907
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3966 |
| 1960s | #3413 |
| 1970s | #4459 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dwayn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dwayn alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dwayn in 2025?
- Dwayn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dwayn most popular?
- Dwayn peaked in 1968, reaching #2907 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dwayn with classmates?
- Dwayn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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