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Dawson

Boy · English · Medium name

Meaning
Son of David, son of the beloved
Pronunciation
DAW-son
Origin
English

From English surname, meaning son of David, from Hebrew 'David'.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: English, Hebrew

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • DawsenEnglish

    Modern variant.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, English Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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