Dabney Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAB-nee / /ˈdæbni/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: 'from the town of Dabney'; Scottish: 'the son of the dark one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dabney is a surname that has been used as a given name. It is derived from a place name in England and has roots in Scottish heritage. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and land ownership. It has seen limited use as a first name in modern times.
Trend Summary
Dabney has seen sporadic use as a given name in the United States, with very low popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dabney
International Variants
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Famous people named Dabney
Dabney Coleman is an American actor known for his roles in films and television series, including 'Tootsie' and 'Buffalo Girls'.
Dabney Carr was a notable American politician and lawyer in the 19th century.
Fictional characters named Dabney
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dabney was first seen in the United States in 1897. Dabney has ranked as high as #883 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Dabney has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dabney (1941)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |