Duwana vs Marykathryn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duwana

Girl #35,663 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little dark one, dark-haired"

Origin: Irish Gaelic dubh + diminutive

Cultural Roots

Irish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35,663
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Du, Wana, Ana

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Marykathryn

Girl #35,753 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary: beloved, wished-for child (Hebrew); Kathryn: pure, clear (Greek)"

Origin: Hebrew / Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Irish Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35,753
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
MK, Mary, Kathy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Duwana Rank #35,663
Marykathryn Rank #35,753

Duwana is more popular, ranked #35663 vs #35753 for Marykathryn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Duwana ___

  • Duwana Marie
  • Duwana Lynn
  • Duwana Rose
  • Duwana Kay
  • Duwana Renee
  • Duwana Elise

Marykathryn ___

  • Marykathryn Elizabeth
  • Marykathryn Anne
  • Marykathryn Grace
  • Marykathryn Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Duwana

Tanisha Latoya Deshawn Shawna Keisha

If you choose Marykathryn

Annabelle Catherine Joseph Patrick Theresa

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duwana or Marykathryn more popular?

Duwana is more popular, ranked #35663 compared to Marykathryn at #35753 in the United States.

What do Duwana and Marykathryn mean?

Duwana means "little dark one, dark-haired" (Irish Gaelic dubh + diminutive origin). Marykathryn means "Mary: beloved, wished-for child (Hebrew); Kathryn: pure, clear (Greek)" (Hebrew / Greek origin).

Are Duwana and Marykathryn boy or girl names?

Duwana is primarily a girl name. Marykathryn is primarily a girl name.

More Comparisons