Dawn

Girl's name

Explore thousands more names in our Baby Name Genius app.

Appears In These Collections

Births Last Year: 108
All-Time Total: 289,491
Peak Year: 1970

Dawn is derived from the Old English word "dagian," meaning "to become day." It symbolizes the first light of day and new beginnings.

Notable Namesakes

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Dawn

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Dawn

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Dawn

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Explore Thousands More Names

Get detailed insights, popularity trends, and personalized recommendations in the Baby Name Genius app.