Dwight
Dwight: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdwaɪt/
Meaning and origin of Dwight
- A surname transferred from the given name.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Probably from a Middle English female name Diot, a pet form of Dionysia, the feminine form of Dionysius.
How popular is Dwight?
Since 1880, 320 girls and 78,587 boys in the U.S. have been named Dwight (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3318 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #122 in 1953. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Dwight FAQ
What does the name Dwight mean?
A surname transferred from the given name. A male given name transferred from the surname. Probably from a Middle English female name Diot, a pet form of Dionysia, the feminine form of Dionysius.
What is the origin of the name Dwight?
Dwight is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Dwight?
Since 1880, 320 girls and 78,587 boys in the U.S. have been named Dwight (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3318 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #122 in 1953. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dwight a boy or girl name?
Dwight is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 320 girls and 78,587 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.