What does the name Dewayne mean?

The name Dewayne means "Dark, black".

What is the origin of the name Dewayne?

Dewayne is a name of Irish origin.

In 2023, 39 babies were named Dewayne in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Dewayne is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 39 ↘

All-Time Total: 26,435

Peak Year: 1962

Dewayne is of American origin and is a variant of the name Duane. It is derived from the Irish surname O'Dubhain, meaning "descendant of Dubhán."

Boy names closely related to Dewayne

Kylen Kylan Braylon Karsyn Karsen Houston Jakobe Kyzer

Girl names closely related to Dewayne

Bryleigh Kennedi Briley Brayleigh Kensley Marleigh Bayleigh Paisleigh

Names with similar meaning to Dewayne

Duane Dwayne

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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