Dejon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: deh-JON //dəˈʒɒn//
Origin: French; African American
Meaning: French: 'from the valley'; African American: variant of DeJohn
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dejon is believed to be a modern variant of the name DeJohn, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." This name passed through several linguistic transformations, beginning with its Hebrew roots, evolving into the Greek form Ioannes, and later the Latin Johannes. The name was introduced into Old French as Jehan, which eventually influenced the English form John.
The prefix "De-" in Dejon may suggest a French or Spanish influence, where "de" means "of" or "from," potentially indicating a geographical or familial connection. Historically, the name John has been significant across various cultures and eras.
It appears in the New Testament, where John the Baptist and John the Apostle are prominent figures. The name gained widespread usage in medieval Europe, particularly after the establishment of the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which further solidified its presence in English-speaking cultures.
Throughout history, numerous saints and monarchs have borne the name, contributing to its enduring legacy. Culturally, the name John has been associated with qualities such as leadership, grace, and divine favor, which may have influenced the adoption of its variants like Dejon.
The name has also been linked to various traditions and folklore, often symbolizing strength and resilience. While Dejon itself is a more contemporary adaptation, it retains the historical and cultural significance of its predecessors, reflecting a lineage that spans centuries and diverse cultures.
Famous people named Dejon
In this section, you will find notable people named Dejon. 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 Dejon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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DeJon Jarreau is a professional basketball player best known for playing with the Houston Cougars and the New Orleans Pelicans.
DeJon Benton is a musician best known for his work in the hip-hop genre and collaborations with various artists.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dejon was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Dejon has ranked as high as #2407 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Louisiana.
In the past 5 years the name Dejon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dejon 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 Dejon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Dejon.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2024 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2022 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 2020 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2018 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2017 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 2016 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2015 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 2014 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 2013 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 2012 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 2011 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 2010 | 47 | 47 | 0 |
| 2009 | 56 | 56 | 0 |
| 2008 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2007 | 72 | 72 | 0 |
| 2006 | 58 | 58 | 0 |
| 2005 | 62 | 62 | 0 |
| 2004 | 76 | 76 | 0 |
| 2003 | 76 | 76 | 0 |
| 2002 | 73 | 73 | 0 |
| 2001 | 92 | 92 | 0 |
| 2000 | 114 | 114 | 0 |
| 1999 | 128 | 120 | 8 |
| 1998 | 126 | 119 | 7 |
| 1997 | 110 | 110 | 0 |
| 1996 | 105 | 97 | 8 |
| 1995 | 101 | 101 | 0 |
| 1994 | 117 | 109 | 8 |
| 1993 | 111 | 111 | 0 |
| 1992 | 123 | 123 | 0 |
| 1991 | 126 | 119 | 7 |
| 1990 | 62 | 62 | 0 |
| 1989 | 71 | 71 | 0 |
| 1988 | 51 | 45 | 6 |
| 1987 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 1986 | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| 1985 | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| 1984 | 23 | 18 | 5 |
| 1983 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1982 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1981 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1978 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1977 | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| 1976 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1972 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1971 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1970 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
Top States for Dejon (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |