Dee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dee originates from Old English, meaning 'valley' or 'deer.' It has evolved from the Old English form 'Dē' to the modern usage as a first name. It is characterized by traits of friendliness and warmth. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century.
The name Dee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Dee has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 557th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 619th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 751st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1320th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3144th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7610th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11453rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1176th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 638th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 435th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 695th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3027th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17023rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Dee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dee"
Pronunciation
/diː/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Dee is derived from the Old English word 'dē,' which means 'valley.' It is also associated with the word 'deor,' meaning 'animal' or 'deer,' reflecting a connection to nature.
Meaning
valley, deer
Language Evolution
Dē (Old English), Dee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Dee has been used as a given name and surname in England since the medieval period, gaining popularity as a first name in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Dee Dee, Deeann, Deena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dee is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and sociability.
Famous People
Dee Snider, American singer-songwriter and frontman of the band Twisted Sister, Dee Wallace, American actress known for her role in 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial'
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dee"
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 "Dee"
"Dee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 557th of 7545 | 1,983 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 619th of 6773 | 1,733 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 751st of 7552 | 1,824 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1320th of 10718 | 663 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3144th of 16616 | 288 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7610th of 24088 | 140 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11453rd of 23106 | 56 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1176th of 9107 | 735 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 638th of 9204 | 2,234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 435th of 12526 | 8,448 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 695th of 19264 | 3,617 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3027th of 27321 | 556 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17023rd of 35406 | 59 |
Regional Popularity of "Dee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.56% 716th/1416 |
- |
19.95% 472nd/2366 |
30.65% 350th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.05% 712th/1546 |
- |
29.83% 702nd/2353 |
20.30% 314th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.29% 786th/2227 |
- |
31.16% 889th/2853 |
18.16% 504th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
35.79% 1259th/3518 |
28.71% 1161st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
48.23% 2505th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
54.56% 1291st/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
31.63% 489th/1546 |
58.74% 914th/1556 |
36.04% 848th/2353 |
25.92% 401st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
15.85% 353rd/2227 |
29.55% 718th/2430 |
16.51% 471st/2853 |
13.19% 366th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.80% 611th/2937 |
44.24% 1541st/3483 |
17.11% 602nd/3518 |
18.35% 742nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
50.73% 2635th/5194 |
50.47% 3188th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dee" 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.