Deaundra Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dee-AHN-dra //diˈɑːn.drə//
Origin: Modern; American
Meaning: Derived from the name DeAndre, which combines 'De' with 'Andre' meaning 'manly' or 'brave' in Greek.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Deaundra is believed to be a modern variation of the name Deandra, which itself is derived from the name Andrea. The etymology of Andrea traces back to the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave," which is rooted in the word "aner," the genitive form of "andros," meaning "man." The name made its way into Latin as Andreas and subsequently into Old French, before being adopted into English.
The prefix "De-" in Deaundra may suggest a stylistic enhancement or a blend with other names, though its exact origin is less clear. Historically, the name Andrea has been borne by various notable figures, including Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is traditionally regarded as the patron saint of Scotland.
His feast day is celebrated on November 30, and he has been a significant figure in Christian history since the early centuries of the Common Era. The name has also appeared in various literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which contributed to the dissemination of biblical names in English-speaking cultures.
Culturally, names derived from Andrea have often been associated with qualities such as strength and valor, reflecting the original meanings tied to masculinity. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often adapted to fit linguistic and phonetic preferences.
The diminutive form "Drew" is one such variant that has gained recognition, though it is distinct from Deaundra. Overall, the evolution of Deaundra reflects a blend of historical significance and cultural adaptation, embodying a lineage that connects to themes of bravery and manhood.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deaundra was first seen in the United States in 1973.
Deaundra has ranked as high as #1216 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Deaundra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Deaundra 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 Deaundra was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Deaundra
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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 Deaundra.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |