Deeann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deeann is an English name derived from the combination of 'Dee' and 'Ann,' with roots tracing back to the Hebrew meaning 'grace.' It has evolved from historical forms like Diane and Ann, reflecting traits of warmth and femininity. The name does not have biblical significance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Notable people with this name include artists and business figures, contributing to its modern positive perception.
The name Deeann is most popular in North Dakota, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deeann 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, 'Deeann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2468th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1262nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1488th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4983rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18570th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Deeann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deeann"
Pronunciation
/diːˈæn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Deeann is a modern English name that combines the prefix 'Dee' with the suffix 'ann,' which is a variant of 'Anne.' The name Anne itself has Hebrew roots and means 'grace.'
Meaning
grace
Language Evolution
Dee, Deeann, Diane, Ann
Historical Usage
The name Deeann gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of names like Diane and Ann.
Variants & Derivatives
Diane, Deanna, Dee, Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Deeann is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Deeann K. McCoy, an American artist, Deeann R. H. McCormick, an American businesswoman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deeann"
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 "Deeann"
"Deeann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2468th of 9204 | 229 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1262nd of 12526 | 1,286 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1488th of 19264 | 1,099 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4983rd of 27321 | 278 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18570th of 35406 | 48 |
Regional Popularity of "Deeann" 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 "Deeann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
76.65% 1185th/1546 |
- | - |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.91% 911th/2227 |
- |
60.46% 1725th/2853 |
34.74% 964th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
41.30% 1213th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
60.46% 2127th/3518 |
32.96% 1333rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
72.33% 3757th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deeann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deeann" 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.