Dwayne
Male name · ↓ Falling
29,941
Total Births
1961
Peak Year
—
Rank 2023
1921
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Dwayne
Dwayne is a male name that was once widely popular but has declined in recent decades. It peaked during the 1960s with significant usage. Approximately 29,941 Americans have been given this name since 1880.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1920s | 347 births |
| 1930s | 821 births |
| 1940s | 1,146 births |
| 1950s | 3,162 births |
| 1960s | 10,643 births |
| 1970s | 5,889 births |
| 1980s | 3,527 births |
| 1990s | 2,174 births |
| 2000s | 1,312 births |
| 2010s | 920 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Dwayne?
Dwayne has been given to 29,941 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1961 with 1,387 births that year.
Is Dwayne a boy or girl name?
Dwayne is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Dwayne most popular?
Dwayne was most popular in 1961, when 1,387 babies were given this name. The name has been declining in popularity.
How old is the name Dwayne?
Dwayne first appeared in US records in 1921.