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Dawn

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Dawn is a girl's name of English origin meaning "The first light of day; daybreak.". It is pronounced DAWN. Today it is a popular name (popularity 97/100) and fading.

English origin ยท /DAWN/ ยท classic

Meaning: The first light of day; daybreak.

Popularity 97/1001 syllablesPeaked 1970โ†“ Falling

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Most popular in the 1970s.

Today, Dawn is one of the most common baby names (popularity 97/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Dawn

What does Dawn mean?

Dawn means "The first light of day; daybreak.". It is of English origin.

Is Dawn a boy or girl name?

Dawn is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Dawn?

Dawn is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 97/100. It was most popular in the 1970s.

How is Dawn pronounced?

Dawn is pronounced DAWN.

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