How Many People Are Named Dawon?

Complete statistics for the name Dawon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Dawon
Very Rare
Korean, Hindu mythology

Dawon has a very unique sound and is extremely rare, with only 531 people named Dawon living in the U.S. today. That's 1 in 621,825 Americans. It's mostly a modern name, with a big chunk of people being under 30.

~531
Living in US
1 in 621,825
Americans
1990
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A name with roots in Korean culture, sometimes associated with a mythological tiger-like creature in Hindu tradition.
🌐
Origin
Korean, Hindu mythology
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Strong-willed Creative Warm
3
Life Path Number

The number 3 is traditionally associated with creativity, self-expression, and a joyful, social energy. People linked to this number tend to be communicative and optimistic, often drawn to artistic or expressive pursuits.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

942
Worldwide Bearers
#424,977
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
531
🇵🇰 Pakistan
86
🇮🇩 Indonesia
53
🇹🇭 Thailand
44
🇱🇷 Liberia
14
🇰🇷 South Korea
14
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
12
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
4
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
2
🇲🇾 Malaysia
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
531 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 32
239
Would be under 30 (43%)
313
Would be 30–60 (57%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 552 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1990

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
81
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
67
International
72

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Dawon Through the Generations

The name Dawon has a distinct journey, marked by its rarity and modernity. With just 552 total births across all time and 531 living individuals, it's clear why it's considered very rare. The peak year for births was 1990, when 24 babies were named Dawon, indicating a brief spike in popularity. Interestingly, 43% of those named Dawon are under 30, showing it's a contemporary choice. Despite the high birth rate, the number of living people is significantly lower, highlighting a declining trend. This suggests that while it was once more popular, the name has since waned in usage, making each bearer stand out even more.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 5

✨ Similar Names to Dawon

📄 About the Name Dawon

How Many People Have the Name Dawon?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 531 people in the United States currently share the name Dawon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 621,825 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dawon a Common or Rare Name?

Dawon is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Dawon Mean?

Dawon means "A name with roots in Korean culture, sometimes associated with a mythological tiger-like creature in Hindu tradition." and comes from Korean, Hindu mythology origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Dawon in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Dawon Most Popular?

The name Dawon reached peak popularity in 1990, with 24 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Dawon?

Approximately 531 people named Dawon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 552. That works out to roughly 1 in 621,825 Americans.

Is Dawon a rare name?

Dawon is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 621,825 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dawon mean?

Dawon means "A name with roots in Korean culture, sometimes associated with a mythological tiger-like creature in Hindu tradition." and comes from Korean, Hindu mythology origins.

Is Dawon more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Dawon are male and 0% are female.

When was Dawon most popular?

Dawon peaked in 1990 with 24 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US531
All-Time Births552
1 in X1 in 621,825
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age32
Peak Year1990
World Rank#424,977
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.