Dwight

Boy's name

Dwight is of English origin, derived from the Old English name "Diht" meaning "white" or "blond."

Meaning God of wine and revelry
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 53 Falling
Peak year 1953

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Dwight D. Eisenhower - 34th U.S. President, WWII General.
  • Dwight Howard - NBA basketball player, multiple-time All-Star.
  • Dwight Yoakam - Country music singer, actor.
  • Dwight Freeney - NFL football player, Super Bowl champion.
  • Dwight Gooden - MLB pitcher, Cy Young Award winner.
  • Dwight Schultz - Actor, known for "The A-Team."
  • Dwight Clark - NFL wide receiver, "The Catch" fame.
  • Dwight Twilley - Rock musician, "I'm on Fire" hit.
  • Dwight Morrow - American diplomat, father-in-law of Charles Lindbergh.
  • Dwight L. Moody - Evangelist, founder of Moody Bible Institute.

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