Desean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Desean has its roots in modern American naming conventions, evolving from the traditional name John through its Irish variant, Seán. It means 'God is gracious' and has gained popularity in recent decades as parents seek unique names. There is no biblical background associated with the name. Today, it is seen as a trendy name with a strong contemporary image.
The name Desean is most popular in Maryland, 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. 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, Desean has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Desean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2409th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1187th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1302nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2479th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Desean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Desean"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈʃɑːn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
The name Desean is a modern variation of the name Sean, which is derived from the Irish name Seán, itself a variant of the name John. It incorporates the prefix 'De-' which is often used in modern naming conventions to create unique names.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
John, Seán, Sean, Desean
Historical Usage
Desean emerged as a popular name in the United States during the late 20th century, reflecting the trend of creating unique names by modifying traditional ones.
Variants & Derivatives
DeSean, Deshawn, Sean, Shawn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Desean is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Desean Jackson, professional American football player, Desean Briscoe, American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Desean"
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 "Desean"
"Desean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2409th of 10718 | 255 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1187th of 16616 | 1,239 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1302nd of 24088 | 1,870 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2479th of 23106 | 643 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Desean" 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) |
48.25% 1417th/2937 |
41.40% 1442nd/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.62% 944th/3685 |
21.81% 976th/4475 |
26.40% 1371st/5194 |
20.90% 1320th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.77% 1181st/4582 |
25.54% 1319th/5164 |
17.19% 1257th/7313 |
25.70% 1918th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.97% 2150th/3984 |
62.96% 2825th/4487 |
31.79% 2169th/6822 |
52.15% 3273rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Desean" 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 "Desean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Desean" 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.