Declining since 2013, #5,045 for boys today.
Popularity of Dyson since 1979
Babies named Dyson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 127 |
| 2000s | 615 |
| 2010s | 659 |
| 2020s | 165 |
Meaning & origin
Dyson is a modern given name that entered the U.S. charts in 1979, initially as a rare surname-turned-first-name. It reached its peak popularity in 2012, then began a gradual decline; by 2025 it ranked 5,045 with approximately 1 in 89,899 baby boys receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2013, reflecting a shift away from surname-inspired choices for boys. Though not regionally concentrated in any top state, Dyson owes much of its recognition to British inventor James Dyson, though the name itself predates his fame. Its straightforward sound and occupational feel place it alongside other brisk, one-syllable last names like Carson and Nash.
Dyson is a modern given name taken from the English surname Dyson. The surname originated as a patronymic meaning 'son of Dy', where Dy is a medieval diminutive of names like Dionysia or possibly Day. As a first name, it came into use in the late 20th century, influenced by the prominence of inventor James Dyson.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dy
Sibling names for Dyson
Names that share Dyson's style, for a brother or sister.
