Dwight
/dwaɪt/
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Dwight is an English name derived from the Old English 'Diot,' meaning 'people' or 'tribe,' and is also associated with the meaning 'laughter' or 'God smiles' as a short form of Isaac. It carries a cheerful and positive connotation, often linked to joy and divine favor. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Dwight Yoakam
Country Musician, Country star, This Time
Dwight A. Steffensen
Business, Midrange Open Computing Alliance
Dwight Schultz
Actor, Murdoch on The A-Team
Dwight Schar
Business, NVR Homes
Dwight Morrow
Politician, US Ambassador to Mexico, 1927-30
Dwight L. Moody
Religion, Revivalist, founder Northfield Mt. Hermon
Dwight Macdonald
Critic, Against the American Grain
Dwight Howard
Basketball, Los Angeles Lakers center
Dwight P. Griswold
Politician, Governor of Nebraska, 1941-47
Dwight H. Green
Politician, Governor of Illinois, 1941-49
Dwight Gooden
Baseball, Pitcher, New York Mets
Dwight Frye
Actor, Renfield in 1931 Dracula
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