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Dawson

Dawson is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#188

How popular is Dawson?

Popularity in the United States

Dawson has been given to 42,291 babies in the United States since 1885, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 834 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Dawson per year in the United States, 1885–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Dawson has been given to 1,151 babies in France since 1996, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Dawson per year in France, 1996–2022. Source: INSEE
42,291 Babies named since 1885
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Dawson

Is Dawson a boy's or a girl's name?

Dawson is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Dawson?

Dawson has been given to 42,291 babies in the United States since 1885, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.