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The name Dwayne is of Irish origin and means "dark" or "swarthy". It is a variant of the name Duane, which is derived from the Irish surname O'Dubhain. The name was brought to America by Irish immigrants and gained popularity in the early 20th century. It was most famously borne by the American actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who is of mixed Samoan and African American descent. The name has also been used in several notable literary works, including the protagonist of the novel "Duane's Depressed" by Larry McMurtry.

The name Dwayne is most popular in the United States, particularly in states such as Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina. It is also somewhat popular in Canada, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.

There are many names that are similar to Dwayne, both in terms of sound and style. Here are just a few examples:

• Duane
• Dwight
• Wayne
• Dane
• Zane
• Kane
• Lane
• Shane
• Blaine
• Thane
• Crane
• Gwyn
• Gage
• Fane
• Laine