Dewey
Dewey: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈduːi/
Meaning and origin of Dewey
- A male given name transferred from the surname, of 1890s American usage.
Etymology
Possibly from a place name in Northern France, Douai. Welsh origin from Dewi (David) has also been suggested.
How popular is Dewey?
Since 1880, 547 girls and 34,373 boys in the U.S. have been named Dewey (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #305 in 1898. Its highest rank for boys was #19 in 1898. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Dewey FAQ
What does the name Dewey mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, of 1890s American usage. Possibly from a place name in Northern France, Douai. Welsh origin from Dewi (David) has also been suggested.
What is the origin of the name Dewey?
Dewey is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Dewey?
Since 1880, 547 girls and 34,373 boys in the U.S. have been named Dewey (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #305 in 1898. Its highest rank for boys was #19 in 1898. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dewey a boy or girl name?
Dewey is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 547 girls and 34,373 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.