De Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE / /diː/English; French
Meaning
English: from the; French: of the
Historical & Cultural Background
The name 'De' is often used as a prefix in surnames and can indicate a geographical origin in French. In English contexts, it may be used as a short form or diminutive. The name has been adopted in various cultures, often reflecting a connection to place or lineage. Its usage as a standalone name is less common.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name De was first seen in the United States in 1914. De has ranked as high as #1195 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New York, District of Columbia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name De has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for De (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 46 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |