Dawn Pattison

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dawn Pattison — Greek
313K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dawn Pattison is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Dawn is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Dawn is a feminine given name. It is of Old English origin, and its meaning is the first appearance of light, daybreak. It is sometimes used as a name for Eos (Greek: Ἠώς), the Greek goddess of the dawn. The surname Pattison: Adam Pattison (born 1986), Australian rules footballer Andrew Pattison (born 1949), retired South African tennis player Andrew Seth Pringle-Pattison (1856–1931), Scottish philosopher Craig Pattison (born 1971), Canadian musician Davey Pattison (born 1945), Scottish-American singer Dorothy Pattison (1832–1878), British nurse, better known as Sister Dora Edward W. Dawn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 313K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dawn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dawn

Greek

Dawn is a feminine given name. It is of Old English origin, and its meaning is the first appearance of light, daybreak. It is sometimes used as a name for Eos (Greek: Ἠώς), the Greek goddess of the dawn.

Surname: Pattison

Scottish

Adam Pattison (born 1986), Australian rules footballer Andrew Pattison (born 1949), retired South African tennis player Andrew Seth Pringle-Pattison (1856–1931), Scottish philosopher Craig Pattison (born 1971), Canadian musician Davey Pattison (born 1945), Scottish-American singer Dorothy Pattison (1832–1878), British nurse, better known as Sister Dora Edward W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dawn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dawn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dawn Pattison

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dawn Pattison:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dawn?
The first name Dawn originates from Greek. Dawn is a feminine given name. It is of Old English origin, and its meaning is the first appearance of light, daybreak. It is sometimes used as a name for Eos (Greek: Ἠώς), the Greek goddess of the dawn.
When was Dawn most popular?
The name Dawn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Pattison?
The surname Pattison originates from Scottish. Adam Pattison (born 1986), Australian rules footballer Andrew Pattison (born 1949), retired South African tennis player Andrew Seth Pringle-Pattison (1856–1931), Scottish philosopher Craig Pattison (born 1971), Canadian musician Davey Pattison (born 1945), Scottish-American singer Dorothy Pattison (1832–1878), British nurse, better known as Sister Dora Edward W.
What are the origins of the name Dawn Pattison?
The name Dawn Pattison combines two different traditions: the first name Dawn has Greek roots, while the surname Pattison originates from Scottish.
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