Boy
Dwayne
dark, swarthy
About Dwayne
A name that embodies reliability and approachable strength, Dwayne has weathered decades while maintaining its solid appeal. This choice speaks to parents who value substance over flash, preferring names with proven track records. The gentle flow of the name creates a friendly, warm impression while still commanding respect. Dwayne suggests someone grounded and practical, yet possessing quiet confidence that doesn't need to announce itself loudly. It's a name that has successfully crossed cultural boundaries and proven its versatility across generations. The familiar quality makes it comfortable without being overly common in today's naming landscape, offering a refreshing alternative to current trends while maintaining broad appeal.
Popularity of the Name Dwayne
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | #924 | ||||
| 1922 | #909 | ||||
| 1923 | #835 | ||||
| 1924 | #671 | ||||
| 1925 | #717 | ||||
| 1926 | #710 | ||||
| 1927 | #678 | ||||
| 1928 | #605 | ||||
| 1929 | #592 | ||||
| 1930 | #512 | ||||
| 1931 | #467 | ||||
| 1932 | #442 | ||||
| 1933 | #427 | ||||
| 1934 | #389 | ||||
| 1935 | #395 | ||||
| 1936 | #375 | ||||
| 1937 | #389 | ||||
| 1938 | #416 | ||||
| 1939 | #386 | ||||
| 1940 | #375 | ||||
| 1941 | #411 | ||||
| 1942 | #440 | ||||
| 1943 | #452 | ||||
| 1944 | #370 | ||||
| 1945 | #377 | ||||
| 1946 | #373 | ||||
| 1947 | #346 | ||||
| 1948 | #364 | ||||
| 1949 | #354 | ||||
| 1950 | #365 | ||||
| 1951 | #345 | ||||
| 1952 | #343 | ||||
| 1953 | #320 | ||||
| 1954 | #310 | ||||
| 1955 | #299 | ||||
| 1956 | #257 | ||||
| 1957 | #239 | ||||
| 1958 | #200 | ||||
| 1959 | #165 | ||||
| 1960 | #123 | ||||
| 1961 | #111 | ||||
| 1962 | #119 | ||||
| 1963 | #115 | ||||
| 1964 | #120 | ||||
| 1965 | #126 | ||||
| 1966 | #133 | ||||
| 1967 | #136 | ||||
| 1968 | #137 | #241 | |||
| 1969 | #144 | #272 | |||
| 1970 | #141 | #226 | |||
| 1971 | #157 | #167 | |||
| 1972 | #162 | #121 | |||
| 1973 | #167 | #116 | #244 | ||
| 1974 | #188 | #107 | #299 | ||
| 1975 | #181 | #123 | #271 | ||
| 1976 | #175 | #152 | #246 | ||
| 1977 | #163 | #109 | #242 | ||
| 1978 | #192 | #98 | #225 | ||
| 1979 | #203 | #102 | #235 | ||
| 1980 | #224 | #105 | #235 | ||
| 1981 | #232 | #106 | #219 | ||
| 1982 | #241 | #123 | #199 | ||
| 1983 | #235 | #179 | #210 | ||
| 1984 | #253 | #231 | #219 | ||
| 1985 | #257 | #225 | #224 | ||
| 1986 | #265 | #193 | #169 | ||
| 1987 | #275 | #270 | #168 | ||
| 1988 | #282 | #320 | #162 | ||
| 1989 | #284 | #167 | |||
| 1990 | #308 | #222 | #187 | ||
| 1991 | #322 | #297 | #187 | #359 | |
| 1992 | #352 | #295 | #193 | #394 | |
| 1993 | #389 | #212 | #544 | ||
| 1994 | #410 | #229 | #392 | ||
| 1995 | #449 | #164 | #536 | ||
| 1996 | #459 | #576 | |||
| 1997 | #498 | #710 | #744 | ||
| 1998 | #509 | #789 | #559 | ||
| 1999 | #551 | #404 | #798 | ||
| 2000 | #537 | #833 | #955 | ||
| 2001 | #589 | #968 | #372 | ||
| 2002 | #615 | #404 | #817 | ||
| 2003 | #609 | #541 | #650 | ||
| 2004 | #685 | #945 | |||
| 2005 | #644 | #467 | #916 | ||
| 2006 | #613 | #517 | |||
| 2007 | #666 | #549 | #782 | ||
| 2008 | #690 | #744 | |||
| 2009 | #694 | #550 | #949 | ||
| 2010 | #678 | #844 | |||
| 2011 | #713 | #816 | |||
| 2012 | #740 | #811 | |||
| 2013 | #720 | #406 | #630 | #891 | |
| 2014 | #882 | #479 | #747 | ||
| 2015 | #791 | ||||
| 2016 | #942 | #761 | #938 | ||
| 2017 | #930 | ||||
| 2018 | #912 | #746 | |||
| 2019 | #773 | ||||
| 2020 | #947 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Dwayne
Names Similar to Dwayne
Nicknames for Dwayne
- Dway
- Wayne
Famous People Named Dwayne
| Dwayne Johnson | Actor and professional wrestler, popularly known as "The Rock" |
| Dwayne Wade | Retired NBA basketball player |
| Dwayne McDuffie | Comic book writer and co-founder of Milestone Media |
| Dwayne Hickman | Actor and television executive |
| Dwayne Washington | Former NFL running back |
| Dwayne De Rosario | Canadian soccer player |
| Dwayne Roloson | Former NHL goaltender |
| Dwayne Bowe | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Dwayne Gratz | NFL cornerback |
| Dwayne Harris | NFL wide receiver |
| Dwayne Leverock | Bermudian cricketer |
| Dwayne Peel | Welsh rugby union player |
| Dwayne Smith | West Indian cricketer |
| Dwayne Russell | Australian sports journalist |
| Dwayne Bravo | West Indian cricketer |
| Dwayne Schintzius | Former NBA player |
| Dwayne Verheyden | Dutch accordionist and singer |
| Dwayne O. Andreas | American business executive and philanthropist |
| Dwayne Jarrett | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Dwayne Hill | Canadian actor and voice actor |
Characters Named Dwayne
| Dwayne Wayne | Character from the TV series "A Different World" |
| Dwayne Johnson | Character from the TV series "What's Happening!!" |
| Dwayne Pride | Character from the TV series "NCIS - New Orleans" |
| Dwayne Myers | Character from the TV series "Death in Paradise" |
| Dwayne Hoover | Character from Kurt Vonnegut's novel "Breakfast of Champions" |
| Dwayne LaFontant | Character from the animated film "Over the Hedge" |
| Dwayne Meighan | Character from the TV series "Family Guy" |
| Dwayne Hicks | Character from the film "Aliens" |
| Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho | Character from the film "Idiocracy" |
| Dwayne Bonaduce | Character from the TV series "My Name Is Earl" |
| Dwayne Fitzsimmons | Character from the TV series "Suits" |