Dwaine
Dwaine is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Little dark one; dark-haired.
Origin and history
Dwaine is an English variant spelling of Dwayne or Duane, derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Dubháin. The root name translates to 'little dark one' or 'descendant of Dubhán.' It saw moderate usage in the United States during the mid-20th century but is relatively uncommon today.
Popularity in the United States
4,362 babies in the United States have been named Dwaine since 1880. It ranks #1880 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- OH (14.9 %)
- CA (13.9 %)
- TX (12.2 %)
- NE (10.3 %)
- IA (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 38 |
| 1920-1930 | 384 |
| 1930-1940 | 618 |
| 1940-1950 | 549 |
| 1950-1960 | 930 |
| 1960-1970 | 760 |
| 1970-1980 | 488 |
| 1980-1990 | 266 |
| 1990-2000 | 166 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 76 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Famous people named Dwaine
- Dwaine Board: American football player, Coach
Fun facts
- Dwaine derives from the Gaelic word 'dubh,' which means black or dark.
- The name developed as a phonetic English variant alongside Duane and Dwayne.