Dawson
Dawson is an boy name of English origin, meaning “Son of Daw (David)”.
| Meaning | Son of Daw (David) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | English |
| Pronunciation | DAW-sun |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Dawson
Dawson is an English surname meaning 'son of Daw', Daw being a common medieval pet form of David, the Hebrew name meaning 'beloved'. Similar surnames such as Dawkins grew from the same nickname. Dawson became popular as a first name in North America in the 1990s, helped by the television series Dawson's Creek. Dawson City in Canada's Yukon, famous from the Klondike gold rush, carries the same surname, after the geologist George Mercer Dawson.
Is Dawson a religious name?
Dawson ultimately goes back to the biblical David, but it is used today as a general surname-style name with no religious association.
How popular is Dawson?
A moderately common boys' name in the US and Canada.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dawson mean?
Dawson means 'Son of Daw (David)'. It is of English origin.
Does Dawson have a religious meaning?
Dawson ultimately goes back to the biblical David, but it is used today as a general surname-style name with no religious association.
How do you pronounce Dawson?
Dawson is pronounced DAW-sun.
Is Dawson a boy or girl name?
Dawson is usually a boy name.