The name Swayze, pronounced /ˈswæzi/, is of American origin and has gained popularity in recent decades due to its association with Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze, best known for his roles in films like "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost". The name itself does not have a specific meaning or derivation from other languages. It is considered an invented name or an uncommon variant spelling of the more common surname Swazey. As a given name, Swayze has been used predominantly for boys since the mid-20th century but can also be used as a girl's name in some cases. Its usage peaked during the 1980s and 1990s when Patrick Swayze's acting career was at its zenith but has since declined to become quite rare today. In terms of popularity, it never made it into the Social Security Administration's list of the top 1000 most popular baby names in the United States.
"The name Swayze saw its popularity surge between 2010 and 2023, with a significant jump from 17 births in 2010 to 83 births in 2023. However, it's important to note that there were no recorded births with the name Swayze in the years 1989 to 2005."