Great, large, or many
In its Korean origin, Dawon is a unisex name often composed of hanja characters meaning 'great' or 'many' and 'first' or 'origin.' It is a modern, stylish choice in South Korea that has seen limited but growing use internationally. In some contexts, it may also be encountered as a variant of other cultural names, but its primary contemporary recognition is Korean.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Dawon in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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