The name Dakwon is of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'dakika', which means 'minutes'. It gained popularity as a given name during the late 20th century, particularly among families with ties to Africa and those seeking unique and meaningful names for their children.
Dakwon is an uncommon name with birth numbers fluctuating over the years, starting high at 13 births in both 1995 and 1996, then decreasing to a low of 5 in 2000 before rising again to 14 in 2004. The total number of Dakwon births from 1995 to 2006 is 89.