Duaine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Duaine originates from Old French, meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'. It evolved from the name Dwan through various forms. The name is modern, unique, and carries a sense of individuality. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Duaine is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Duaine has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Duaine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2961st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1438th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1863rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3394th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11113th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Duaine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Duaine"
Pronunciation
/dweɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
Duaine is derived from the Old French name 'Duaine', which is a variant of 'Dwan', meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'. This name has roots in the Latin word 'dorsum', meaning 'back' or 'ridge', referring to a geographical feature.
Meaning
dark, swarthy
Language Evolution
Dwan, Duaine, Dwayne
Historical Usage
Duaine gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the more common name Dwayne.
Variants & Derivatives
Dwayne, Duane, Duaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Duaine is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with individuality.
Famous People
Duaine L. S. K. O'Rourke, a notable author, Duaine John, a recognized artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Duaine"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Duaine"
"Duaine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2961st of 7545 | 125 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1438th of 6773 | 417 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1863rd of 7552 | 340 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3394th of 10718 | 146 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11113th of 16616 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Duaine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
48.84% 755th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Duaine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Duaine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Duaine" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.