Dwayne
girl nameDwayne entered the US charts in 1931, peaked at #2649 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1931–2025
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rank today
#2649
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3848 |
| 1950s | #5134 |
| 1960s | #3293 |
| 1970s | #4538 |
| 1980s | #6517 |
| 1990s | #10232 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Dwayne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dwayne alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dwayne in 2025?
- Dwayne is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dwayne most popular?
- Dwayne peaked in 1960, reaching #2649 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dwayne with classmates?
- Dwayne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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