Deonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Deonna has its roots in Modern English and is a variant of Deanna, which ultimately traces back to the Latin name Diana, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'. Over time, it has evolved through various linguistic forms and is often associated with feminine elegance. The name does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a unique and modern name. Notable individuals with the name include professional wrestler Deonna Purrazzo and basketball player Deonna McIntyre.
The name Deonna is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Deonna 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, 'Deonna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3743rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1954th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1740th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2302nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4640th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Deonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deonna"
Pronunciation
/diˈɒnə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Deonna is a variant of the name Deanna, which is derived from the Old French name Diane, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'divina'.
Meaning
divine, heavenly
Language Evolution
Diana (Latin), Diane (Old French), Deanna (Modern English), Deonna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Deonna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of Deanna, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Deanna, Diana, Dianna, Dee
Modern Popularity & Image
Deonna is perceived as a modern and unique name with a feminine and elegant touch.
Famous People
Deonna Purrazzo (professional wrestler), Deonna McIntyre (American basketball player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deonna"
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 "Deonna"
"Deonna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3743rd of 12526 | 200 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1954th of 19264 | 721 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1740th of 27321 | 1,228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2302nd of 35406 | 1,242 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4640th of 30306 | 356 |
Regional Popularity of "Deonna" 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 "Deonna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.58% 1691st/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
61.68% 2170th/3518 |
50.94% 2060th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.27% 1263rd/3685 |
44.09% 1973rd/4475 |
39.72% 2063rd/5194 |
37.28% 2355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.66% 1817th/4582 |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
29.74% 2175th/7313 |
61.32% 4576th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
70.74% 4826th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Deonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deonna" 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.