Deanthony Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deanthony is a modern English name that combines the elements of Dean and Anthony, with meanings related to leadership and value. It evolved from Old French and Latin roots, showcasing a blend of historical influences. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is often viewed positively, reflecting uniqueness and creativity. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Deanthony is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deanthony has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Deanthony' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3737th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1241st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1531st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2584th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Deanthony' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deanthony"
Pronunciation
/diˈænθəni/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Deanthony is a modern combination of the names Dean and Anthony. Dean is derived from the Old French 'doyen', meaning 'dean' or 'head of a group', while Anthony comes from the Latin 'Antonius', which is of uncertain origin but is often associated with meanings like 'priceless' or 'invaluable'.
Meaning
valley leader, priceless
Language Evolution
Old French: doyen, Latin: Antonius, Modern English: Dean and Anthony
Historical Usage
Deanthony gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique blend of traditional names, reflecting a trend towards creative naming practices.
Variants & Derivatives
Deon, Anthony, Dean
Modern Popularity & Image
Deanthony is perceived as a modern and unique name that combines traditional elements, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Deanthony Thomas - American football player, Deanthony Smoot - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deanthony"
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 "Deanthony"
"Deanthony" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3737th of 10718 | 122 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1241st of 16616 | 1,150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1531st of 24088 | 1,459 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2584th of 23106 | 603 |
Regional Popularity of "Deanthony" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
53.10% 1868th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.49% 1013th/3685 |
- |
17.83% 926th/5194 |
27.16% 1716th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.77% 1364th/4582 |
- |
16.05% 1174th/7313 |
26.21% 1956th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.16% 2078th/3984 |
- |
30.23% 2062nd/6822 |
47.63% 2989th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Deanthony" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deanthony"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deanthony" 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.