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Dawson

Boy

English origin Β· /DAW-suhn/ Β· classic

Meaning: Son of David.

Popularity 78/1002 syllables↑ Rising

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Today, Dawson is a popular, familiar name (popularity 78/100).

It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.

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Dawson is an English surname turned given name, derived from the medieval personal name 'Daw', a diminutive of David, combined with the suffix '-son', meaning 'son of'. David itself comes from the Hebrew name Χ“ΦΈΦΌΧ•Φ΄Χ“ (Dawid), meaning 'beloved'. The name Dawson became popular as a first name in the 19th century and retains a classic, timeless appeal.

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