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Dawes

Pronunciation: [ d-AWZ ]

Boy Name #31,822 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Dawes is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-AWZ.

Parents who love the name Dawes often also consider Blanche, Musawir, Thiel .

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Popularity Over Time

#31,822
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#31,822
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Daw Day Dawie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dawes

Is Dawes a boy or girl name?
Dawes is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dawes?
Dawes is pronounced d-AWZ.
How popular is the name Dawes?
Dawes is currently ranked #31822 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dawes?
Common nicknames for Dawes include Daw, Day, and Dawie.
Is Dawes a common or rare name?
Dawes is an uncommon name, ranked #31822 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Dawes

Dawes is a boy name .

Dawes is currently ranked #31,822 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Dawes include Daw, Day, and Dawie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Dawes include Dawens . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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