Dawanda
Girl nameDawanda has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It peaked in 1972.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
249
Peak year
1972 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1962
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Dawanda — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Dawanda.
Sibling name ideas for Dawanda
Same era and popularity as Dawanda, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Dawanda?
Dawanda has been given to 249 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Dawanda peak?
Dawanda peaked in 1972, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Dawanda a girl or boy name?
Dawanda is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Dawanda are girls).
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