Holding steady.
Popularity of Dawne since 1926
Babies named Dawne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 30 |
| 1930s | 90 |
| 1940s | 245 |
| 1950s | 512 |
| 1960s | 1,018 |
| 1970s | 565 |
| 1980s | 117 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dawne is a variant spelling of the more common Dawn, a word name that emerged in English-speaking countries in the late 19th century. The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1926, reaching its highest level of use in 1965, when it ranked as a peak year for the variant. Since then, its frequency has declined, and it remains a stable but rare choice. Unlike Dawn, which has occasionally ranked in the top 200 nationally, Dawne has never broken into the top 1000, making it a distinctive alternative for parents seeking a familiar sound with a less common spelling. The name has no recorded top states where it is notably popular, reflecting its dispersed and infrequent use across the country.
Dawne is a variant spelling of Dawn, which derives directly from the Old English word dagung, meaning 'daybreak' or 'first light'. The name came into use in the late 19th century as part of a trend of word names, and its popularity peaked in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Dawne
Names that share Dawne's style, for a brother or sister.
