Dwaine

Spelling variation of Duane

"swarthy"

Dwaine Origin and Meaning

The name Dwaine is a boy's name.

Dwaine is a masculine variation of the name Duane, which has Irish and Gaelic origins. It derives from the Old Irish name Dubhán, meaning 'dark' or 'black-haired.' Dwaine emerged as an alternative spelling in the mid-20th century when distinctive name variations became more popular. While less common than Duane or Dwayne, Dwaine maintains the same strong, concise quality that made these names popular during the 1940s-1960s. The name saw modest popularity in English-speaking countries but has declined in use since the 1990s. Dwaine conveys a rugged, straightforward character with a touch of Celtic heritage.

Dwaine Rank in US Top 1000

# 933 in the US