Deandra Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dee-AN-dra //diˈændrə//
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Derived from 'Diana' with the addition of the prefix 'De-'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Deandra is believed to be a modern variation of the name Deandra, which itself is derived from the name Andrea. The name Andrea has its roots in the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave." This Greek name was adopted into Latin as Andreas and later made its way into various languages, including Old French as André and eventually into English.
The feminine form, Andrea, became popular in English-speaking countries, and Deandra likely emerged as a blend or variation of Andrea, possibly influenced by the prefix "De-" which can denote a sense of distinction or uniqueness. Historically, the name Andrea has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and popes, particularly Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is venerated in Christianity.
The name has appeared in various significant texts, including the King James Bible, which was published in the early 17th century and contributed to the spread of biblical names in English-speaking cultures. The evolution of the name Deandra likely took place in the 20th century as parents sought unique and modern alternatives to traditional names.
Culturally, names like Deandra carry connotations of strength and femininity, reflecting the qualities associated with their root names. The name Andrea has been associated with various cultural figures in literature and the arts, which may have influenced the appeal of its derivatives.
The name Deandra, while not as historically entrenched as its predecessors, embodies a contemporary twist on a classic name, resonating with the desire for individuality in naming practices.
Famous people named Deandra
In this section, you will find notable people named Deandra. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Deandra who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Deandra who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Deandra Kanu is a singer best known for her work in the music group The Kanu Sisters.
Deandra Joseph is a professional basketball player known for her time with the University of Houston women's basketball team.
Deandra Dottin is a cricketer best known for representing the West Indies women's national team.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Deandra. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deandra was first seen in the United States in 1955.
Deandra has ranked as high as #938 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Deandra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Deandra is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Deandra was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Deandra (2023)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Deandra.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2008 | 70 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2006 | 63 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2004 | 100 |
| 2003 | 78 |
| 2002 | 110 |
| 2001 | 128 |
| 2000 | 133 |
| 1999 | 155 |
| 1998 | 134 |
| 1997 | 170 |
| 1996 | 150 |
| 1995 | 148 |
| 1994 | 150 |
| 1993 | 187 |
| 1992 | 186 |
| 1991 | 156 |
| 1990 | 181 |
| 1989 | 157 |
| 1988 | 228 |
| 1987 | 125 |
| 1986 | 135 |
| 1985 | 190 |
| 1984 | 96 |
| 1983 | 95 |
| 1982 | 70 |
| 1981 | 78 |
| 1980 | 90 |
| 1979 | 84 |
| 1978 | 102 |
| 1977 | 75 |
| 1976 | 39 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1972 | 53 |
| 1971 | 55 |
| 1970 | 53 |
| 1969 | 47 |
| 1968 | 48 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1964 | 27 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1955 | 9 |