Daequan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-kwon / /deɪˈkwɒn/African American; English
Meaning
African American: unknown; English: derived from the name 'Dae' combined with 'quan', often interpreted as 'the one who is great'
Historical & Cultural Background
Daequan is a modern name that has emerged primarily within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending sounds and elements from various languages. The name has gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Trend Summary
Daequan has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Daquan
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daequan was first seen in the United States in 1991. Daequan has ranked as high as #1173 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Daequan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daequan (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 44 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 55 |
| 2000 | 54 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |