Dawson as a Male Name
Dawson is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Dawson for a boy get a name with a clear English (patronymic surname) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Dawson means “son of Daw (a medieval pet form of David)” and is of English (patronymic surname) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Dawsen, Dawsyn, Dauson.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Dawson across all genders, see the complete Dawson name meaning.
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Is Dawson a boy's name?+
Dawson is most commonly a boy's name. It means “son of Daw (a medieval pet form of David)” and is of English (patronymic surname) origin.
What does Dawson mean?+
Dawson means “son of Daw (a medieval pet form of David)” and originates from English (patronymic surname).