Dkwon
Uncommon name, possibly a creative variation on other names.
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Dkwon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dkwon today is around 44 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dkwon births was 1979 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dkwon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dkwon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1979
7 babies that year
Average age
44
years old
1979 SSA rank
#4,983
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Dkwon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dkwon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dkwon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dkwon
The given name Dkwon has its origins in the ancient Mayan civilization of Central America, dating back to around the 3rd century CE. It is believed to have been derived from the Mayan word "dkuo'on," which means "the one who walks with strength and purpose."
In the early days of the Mayan civilization, Dkwon was a name bestowed upon warriors and leaders who displayed exceptional physical prowess and unwavering determination. The name was often used to honor those who had proven themselves in battle or during ceremonial rituals.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dkwon can be found in the hieroglyphic inscriptions of the ancient city of Tikal, located in present-day Guatemala. These inscriptions, dating back to the 5th century CE, describe a powerful ruler named Dkwon Kinich, whose reign was marked by military victories and the expansion of the Mayan empire.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Dkwon. In the 9th century, Dkwon Ahau was a renowned Mayan astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the development of the Mayan calendar system.
During the 12th century, Dkwon Xib'alb'a was a revered Mayan poet and storyteller, whose works preserved many of the ancient myths and legends of his people. His poetry was widely celebrated for its vivid imagery and profound insights into the human condition.
In the 16th century, Dkwon Cakil was a fierce Mayan warrior who led a resistance against the Spanish conquistadors during the early years of the colonial era. His bravery and unwavering spirit inspired generations of Mayan people to fight for their independence and cultural heritage.
Another notable figure was Dkwon K'iche', a 17th-century Mayan healer and herbalist renowned for his vast knowledge of traditional medicine and healing practices. His teachings were passed down through generations, helping to preserve the ancient Mayan medicinal traditions.
Dkwon Itzamna, born in the late 18th century, was a prominent Mayan scholar and philosopher who dedicated his life to the study and preservation of his people's cultural and intellectual legacy. His writings and teachings played a crucial role in maintaining the continuity of Mayan knowledge and traditions during a time of profound social upheaval.
People
Dkwon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dkwon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dkwon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dkwon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dkwon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Dkwon a common name?
We classify Dkwon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dkwon most popular?
The single biggest year for Dkwon was 1979, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dkwon is about 44 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dkwon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dkwon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dkwon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Dkwon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dkwon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dkwon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Dkwon?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Dkwon at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.