Dujuan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dujuan is an African name meaning strong or joy. It has evolved from the variants Dujan to its current form. The name is often associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly within certain communities. It does not have biblical relevance but carries a strong cultural significance.
The name Dujuan is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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. From 2020-2022, Dujuan 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, 'Dujuan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2107th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4887th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10247th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dujuan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dujuan"
Pronunciation
/duːˈdʒuːən/
Origin
African
Etymology
The name Dujuan is of African origin, specifically derived from the Zulu language, where it is believed to mean 'the one who is strong' or 'the one who brings joy'.
Meaning
strong, joy
Language Evolution
Dujan, Dujuan
Historical Usage
The name Dujuan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Dujan, Juan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dujuan is seen as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and positivity.
Famous People
DuJuan Harris, an American football player, DuJuan Smith, an emerging artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dujuan"
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 "Dujuan"
"Dujuan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6360th of 7552 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2107th of 10718 | 316 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2103rd of 16616 | 512 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4887th of 24088 | 270 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10247th of 23106 | 71 |
Regional Popularity of "Dujuan" 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) |
34.18% 1004th/2937 |
- |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.49% 1050th/3685 |
61.74% 2763rd/4475 |
55.60% 2888th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dujuan" 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 "Dujuan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dujuan" 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.