Dewain
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dewain first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 371 babies have been named Dewain in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dewain is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,046 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,046
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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"work and power"
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Scottish origin
"of the forest people"
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Hebrew origin
"sacred mountain"
#37,938 in US
Old Norse fagr origin
"light-haired, pale-complexioned"
#38,155 in US
Norse origin
"to spin; to whirl; wild"
#38,013 in US
Latin crescere origin
"growing, increasing, flourishing"
#38,023 in US
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About the Name Dewain
Dewain is a boy name .
Dewain is currently ranked #38,046 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dewain include Dew, Dey, Dewie, and Dewaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dewain include Dewayne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis