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Dewayne vs Timber

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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Timber

Boy #3,268 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wood, lumber, forest"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,268
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dewayne Rank #3,141
Timber Rank #3,268

Dewayne is more popular, ranked #3141 vs #3268 for Timber.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dewayne or Timber more popular?

Dewayne is more popular, ranked #3141 compared to Timber at #3268 in the United States.

What do Dewayne and Timber mean?

Dewayne means "dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Timber means "wood, lumber, forest" (Old English origin).

Are Dewayne and Timber boy or girl names?

Dewayne is primarily a boy name. Timber is primarily a boy name.

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