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Dewayne vs Weldon

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
Weldon Rank #2,996

Weldon is more popular, ranked #2996 vs #3141 for Dewayne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dewayne or Weldon more popular?

Weldon is more popular, ranked #2996 compared to Dewayne at #3141 in the United States.

What do Dewayne and Weldon mean?

Dewayne means "dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Weldon means "from the hill spring" (Old English origin).

Are Dewayne and Weldon boy or girl names?

Dewayne is primarily a boy name. Weldon is primarily a boy name.

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