Duwayne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Duwayne is a modern English name that combines the French prefix 'Du-' meaning 'of' with the Old English name 'Wayne', which means 'wagon maker'. It has evolved from historical forms like Wayne and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is considered unique and contemporary, with no biblical relevance. Notable figures with the name include Dwayne Johnson and Dwayne Wade.
The name Duwayne is most popular in Wisconsin, 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, Duwayne has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Duwayne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2266th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 862nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 924th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1245th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3293rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7307th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Duwayne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Duwayne"
Pronunciation
/dʌˈweɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Duwayne is a modern English name, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'Du-' and the name 'Wayne'. The prefix 'Du-' is of French origin, meaning 'of' or 'from', while 'Wayne' is derived from Old English, meaning 'wagon maker'.
Meaning
of the wagon maker
Language Evolution
Wayne (Old English), Duwayne (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Duwayne gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dwayne, Dwaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Duwayne is perceived as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dwayne Johnson (also known as The Rock), Dwayne Wade (NBA player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Duwayne"
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 "Duwayne"
"Duwayne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2266th of 7545 | 208 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 862nd of 6773 | 990 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 924th of 7552 | 1,226 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1245th of 10718 | 725 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3293rd of 16616 | 269 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7307th of 24088 | 149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13917th of 23106 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Duwayne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.90% 834th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
25.55% 395th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.62% 526th/2227 |
59.55% 1447th/2430 |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
45.01% 1249th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.03% 882nd/2937 |
44.50% 1550th/3483 |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Duwayne" 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 "Duwayne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Duwayne" 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.