Dwayne
Dwayne: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Dwayne
- A male given name transferred from the surname, variant of Duane.
How popular is Dwayne?
Since 1880, 462 girls and 76,738 boys in the U.S. have been named Dwayne (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2671 in 1960. Its highest rank for boys was #111 in 1961. In 2025, 109 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Dwayne FAQ
What does the name Dwayne mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, variant of Duane.
What is the origin of the name Dwayne?
Dwayne is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Dwayne?
Since 1880, 462 girls and 76,738 boys in the U.S. have been named Dwayne (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2671 in 1960. Its highest rank for boys was #111 in 1961. In 2025, 109 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dwayne a boy or girl name?
Dwayne is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 462 girls and 76,738 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.