Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..
DUSTINJAMES
MaleAmerican male given name composed of Dustin and James, combining Old Norse 'stone of Thor' strength with English 'supplanter' meaning, creating a unique and powerful identity.
DUSTION
MaleRare Latin name meaning "to rise from dust" or "born from dust," inspired by Adam's creation in the Bible.
DUSTN
MaleAmerican name with origins in English word "dusty", meaning covered in dust or having a dusty appearance.
DUSTON
MaleUncommon English male given name derived from the Old English word 'dust', meaning 'earth' or 'soil', historically associated with reliability and being down-to-earth.
DUSTUN
MaleUncommon name with unknown origin and meaning.
DUSTY
MaleRare English given name believed to derive from the word 'dust', although this theory lacks definitive evidence. It may also be a nickname or pet form of names like Dustin or Duston, meaning 'brave' or 'proud'. Its origin and meaning remain uncertain due to its rarity.
DUSTY
FemaleAmerican name derived from 'dust', signifying strength and resilience. Popularized by singer Dusty Springfield, it's now widely accepted as a unisex given name.
DUSTYN
FemaleRare, distinctive American male name, potentially derived from 'Dustin' or ancient Old Norse elements, popularized in late 20th century U.S.
DUSTYN
MaleModern American name derived from the Old Norse 'Þórsteinn', meaning 'stone of Thor'. Though rare, it's seen as a unique variant of Dustin.
DUT
MaleThe name Dut originates from Ethiopia, where it is a boy's name meaning "God is merciful" in Amharic. It is historically significant, having been borne by Emperor Yohannes IV (1837-1889).
DUTCH
MaleAmerican given name of Dutch origin, popular in the Southern states during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It means 'from the Netherlands' or 'of Dutch descent.'
DUTCHESS
FemaleDistinctive girl's name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to have been coined in recent times, possibly inspired by the title 'Duchess'.
DUTTON
MaleEnglish surname of medieval origin meaning 'to shout or roar'.
DUTTON
FemaleEnglish unisex given name with historic roots in Cheshire county, derived from Old English elements 'dū' (black) and 'tūn' (settlement), translating to 'settlement by the black hill'. It evolved from a masculine surname first recorded in the early 13th century.
DUUANA
FemaleAfrican-origin Igbo name meaning "God answers," reflecting hope amidst hardship.
DUUNA
FemaleDistinctive Scandinavian name, originating from Finland where it means 'oven', reflecting the country's cultural emphasis on everyday tasks like baking bread.
DUVAL
MaleFrench surname that means "of the valley," originally given to individuals who lived near valleys, particularly in Normandy. It first appeared in records in the 13th century.
DUVALL
MaleRare French origin given name derived from "du val," meaning "of the valley." It has historical significance dating back to medieval France, where it was initially used as a surname by the prominent Duvall family of Normandy.
DUVAN
MaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from 'duende', meaning 'elf' or 'goblin'.
DUVEEN
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name, derived from 'de Veyn' meaning 'of the blue dye', originally given to dyers or makers of blue cloth.
DUVID
MaleHebrew name meaning "beloved," derived from the word "dod" and famously borne by King David in some translations.
DUVIER
MaleUnique male given name of Haitian origin, derived from the Creole word "douvi" meaning 'to flow', symbolizing adaptability and strength.
DUVON
MaleDistinctive given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from French 'doux' meaning 'sweet', or an English variant of Devon.
DUWAINE
MaleUnique male name of African American origin created by Duke Ellington as a blend of his nickname "Duke" and his daughter Yevonne's name, with possible meanings related to nobility or youthfulness.
DUWAN
MaleUncommon name of African origin, derived from Swahili words "du" (two) and "wan" (one), symbolizing unity or harmony.
DUWANA
FemaleUnique African-origin name believed to mean 'peace' or 'harmony', reflecting hope for tranquility in life. It is tied to the Hausa people of Nigeria, known for their rich oral literature and cultural heritage.
DUWANE
MaleRare American given name derived from a combination of Дуwayne and Duane, both of Scottish origin meaning "dark-haired" or "very dark".
DUWANNA
FemaleRare African American name derived from Swahili "duwa", meaning "love".
DUWARD
MaleUncommon English name derived from 'du' meaning 'bold' or 'daring', and 'weard' meaning 'guardian', thus signifying 'bold guardian'.
DUWAYNE
MaleRare American male name coined by author Richard S. Prather in his 1954 novel 'Bait and Switch', with no specific meaning but often associated with leadership due to its similarity to names like Wayne and Duke.
DUY
MaleUnisex name of ancient Vietnamese origin, derived from the word "đühl" meaning "mooring rope". It is believed to have been chosen based on its meaningful influence over destiny or fate in Vietnamese culture.
DUYEN
FemaleTraditional Vietnamese feminine name derived from 'duyên', meaning 'lotus flower', symbolizing purity and resilience.
DVANTE
MaleEnigmatic male given name of uncertain origin, with meanings varying from 'God is merciful' to 'God gave me strength', often associated with African or African American roots despite lacking concrete evidence.
DVAUGHN
MaleAmerican origin, created by combining "D" (from names like David) with "-vaughn" (from Irish/Welsh surnames meaning 'small'/'by the riverbank'), gaining popularity in recent years despite its unclear exact origins and undocumented meaning.
DVID
MaleDavid: Hebrew origin, meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle', associated with biblical King David.
DVIR
MaleRare Hebrew boy's name meaning 'between two worlds'.
DVON
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'dark-haired', derived from Davon which means 'beloved'.
DVONTA
MaleAfrican Yoruba name meaning "one who has made a vow".
DVONTAE
MaleDistinctive African-American name formed by combining Devon ('dark-haired') and Taye ('to come after').
DVONTE
MaleUnique African American given name, possibly derived from Devon or Donald, coined in the late 20th century. It may signify divine mercy, though its exact meaning is not defined.