Dawn
da-wn
US Popularity:3612
Origin:British
Meaning:The first appearance of light or daybreak
Like the first break of daylight, ybaby Dawn can be the light of your life after a period of darkness. This lovely feminine name is of English origin, refering to The first appearance of light or daybreak. With its bright, warm aesthetic, this is sure to put a smile on people’s faces as they think of the golden sunrise and then of your little one. One recognizable celebrity with this name is British comedian Dawn French from The Vicar of Dibley. When it comes to baby, we know your love continues to grow from dusk to dawn in a never-ending cycle.
Dawn Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Dawn is currently #1467 on The Bump
Girl:Dawn is currently #664 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Dawn is currently #3612 in U.S. births
Girl:Dawn is currently #1305 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#3612
in 2022
+ 19
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Dawn
WordSense, dawn
Online Etymology Dictionary, dawn, July 2018
Merriam-Webster, dawn
IMDb, The Vicar of Dibley
IMDb, Dawn French(I)
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