Deann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Deann is of modern English origin, derived from the Old English word for 'valley'. It evolved from the name Dean and became popular in the mid-20th century. The name conveys a sense of gentleness and warmth, with no biblical relevance.
The name Deann is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Deann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1250th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 682nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 609th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2000th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18485th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Deann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deann"
Pronunciation
/diˈæn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Deann is a variant of the name Deanna, which is derived from the Old English word 'denu', meaning 'valley'. The name gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine form of Dean, a name that originally referred to a church official.
Meaning
valley
Language Evolution
Dean, Deanna, Deann
Historical Usage
Deann became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend for names ending in 'ann' and 'a'.
Variants & Derivatives
Deanna, Diana, Dee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Deann is seen as a classic and somewhat vintage name, with a gentle and approachable image.
Famous People
Deann Baker, an American actress, Deann M. H. H. B. McCormick, a prominent author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Deann"
"Deann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1250th of 9204 | 666 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 682nd of 12526 | 3,796 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 609th of 19264 | 4,467 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2000th of 27321 | 998 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7752nd of 35406 | 229 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18485th of 30306 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Deann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Deann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
63.45% 981st/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- |
36.91% 571st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
21.42% 477th/2227 |
51.69% 1256th/2430 |
35.75% 1020th/2853 |
16.72% 464th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.13% 415th/2937 |
27.10% 944th/3483 |
24.99% 879th/3518 |
13.43% 543rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.89% 1912th/3685 |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
37.74% 1960th/5194 |
39.39% 2488th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.