Dejah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dejah is a modern English name that signifies 'belonging to the day.' It has evolved from similar names and has gained recognition through its usage in popular culture. The name does not have biblical relevance but is often associated with uniqueness and creativity.
The name Dejah is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl 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. 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, Dejah 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, 'Dejah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9746th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2814th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1521st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5311th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dejah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dejah"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪdʒə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Dejah is believed to be a modern invention, possibly popularized by literary works and media. It may draw from similar sounding names or have been created for its unique sound.
Meaning
belonging to the day
Language Evolution
Deja, Dejah
Historical Usage
The name Dejah gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially due to its representation in popular culture, including literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Deja, Deyjah
Modern Popularity & Image
Dejah is often perceived as a unique and modern name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Dejah Thoris (fictional character from Edgar Rice Burroughs' John Carter of Mars series)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dejah"
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 "Dejah"
"Dejah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9746th of 19264 | 49 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2814th of 27321 | 623 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1521st of 35406 | 2,197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5311th of 30306 | 294 |
Regional Popularity of "Dejah" 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 "Dejah" 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) |
52.37% 1930th/3685 |
49.72% 2225th/4475 |
39.97% 2076th/5194 |
52.62% 3324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.56% 1263rd/4582 |
32.78% 1693rd/5164 |
17.97% 1314th/7313 |
26.16% 1952nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
79.84% 5011th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dejah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dejah" 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.