Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Dwain since 1913
Babies named Dwain per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 144 |
| 1920s | 597 |
| 1930s | 977 |
| 1940s | 1,064 |
| 1950s | 1,698 |
| 1960s | 1,456 |
| 1970s | 764 |
| 1980s | 412 |
| 1990s | 221 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Dwain is a spelling variant of Dwayne, which traces its roots to the Irish surname Ó Duáin. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1913 and peaked in popularity in 1959, though it never entered the top 1000 nationally. Since 1985, its usage has been consistently declining. Like many Irish-derived names, it enjoyed mid-century favor but has since become less common. No specific state data is available for Dwain, indicating it has remained a relatively rare choice throughout its history.
Dwain is a spelling variant of Dwayne, which itself originates from the Irish surname Ó Duáin. The root is Dubhán, a diminutive of dubh, meaning 'black' or 'dark'. The name was introduced to the United States by Irish immigrants and saw a surge in popularity mid-20th century, partly influenced by actor Dwayne Hickman.
Where Dwain is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: D
Sibling names for Dwain
Names that share Dwain's style, for a brother or sister.
