| Meaning | son of David |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Dawson |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Daw-son |
Bold and unconventional, Dawson challenges traditional gender associations in naming with remarkable success. This choice signals parents who prioritize strength and substance over conventional prettiness. The name carries a certain gravitas and maturity that grows beautifully with its bearer. Dawson speaks to independence, confidence, and the refusal to be constrained by outdated expectations. It works particularly well for families with strong surnames, creating powerful complete names. The solid, straightforward nature of Dawson means it's taken seriously in all contexts, from academic settings to professional environments. While still relatively uncommon for girls, its usage is growing among families who want their daughters to have names that command respect immediately.
| Dawsyn |
| Dawsen |
| Dawsun |
| Dawsynn |
| Dausyn |
| Dauson |
| Dausun |
| Dausynn |
| Daws |
| Dawsy |
| Sonny |
| Dee |
| Dawson Smith | author and journalist |
| Dawson Bailey | entrepreneur |
| Dawson Miller | athlete |
| Dawson Rogers | musician |
| Dawson Turner | historian |
| Dawson Anderson | actress |
| Dawson Martinez | activist |
| Dawson Ward | painter |
| Dawson Foster | scientist |
| Dawson Ellis | filmmaker |
| Dawson Price | philanthropist |
| Dawson Campbell | chef |
| Dawson Myers | architect |
| Dawson Wallace | athlete |
| Dawson Howard | musician |
| Dawson Young | writer |
| Dawson Grant | politician |
| Dawson Scott | entrepreneur |
| Dawson Olson | environmentalist |
| Dawson Johnson | from "Dawson's Creek" |
| Dawson Williams | from "Dawson's Diary" novels |
| Dawson Parker | from "Dawson's Destiny" series |
| Dawson Mitchell | from "Dawson's Secrets" TV show |
| Dawson Brown | from "Dawson Street Mysteries" books |
| Dawson Taylor | from "Dawson's Legacy" film |
| Dawson Collins | from "Dawson's Dreams" novel |
| Dawson Hayes | from "Dawson High" web series |
| Dawson Morgan | from "Dawson's Pursuit" TV movie |
| Dawson Reed | from "Dawson's Justice" series |
| Dawson Foster | from "Dawson's Harbor" book |
| Dawson Murphy | from "Dawson's Echo" podcast |
| Dawson Simmons | from "Dawson's Riddle" game |
| Dawson Ellis | from "Dawson's Enigma" show |
| Dawson Clarke | from "Dawson's Betrayal" novel |
| Dawson Tate | from "Dawson's Odyssey" film |
| Dawson Hughes | from "Dawson's Legacy" book |
| Dawson Wells | from "Dawson's Realm" series |
| Dawson Rivers | from "Dawson's Quest" game |
| Dawson Knight | from "Dawson's Valor" TV series |