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Origin: Jamaican

Meaning: Cut in two

Twayne is a masculine name of Jamaican origin that means “cut in two.” It is a variant of the English name Wayne which means “wagon builder or driver,” which was very popular in English-speaking countries throughout the 1900s. Dwayne is an Irish variant of Twayne, which comes from the Irish name Dubhán, meaning “black” or “dark.” If you’re looking for a name that might encourage baby to embrace their Jamaican heritage, Twayne is a lovely choice.