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Dewayne vs Madison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dewayne

Boy #3,141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,141
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dewayne Rank #3,141
Madison Rank #3,305

Dewayne is more popular, ranked #3141 vs #3305 for Madison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dewayne or Madison more popular?

Dewayne is more popular, ranked #3141 compared to Madison at #3305 in the United States.

What do Dewayne and Madison mean?

Dewayne means "dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Madison means "son of Matthew" (English surname origin).

Are Dewayne and Madison boy or girl names?

Dewayne is primarily a boy name. Madison is primarily a boy name.

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