Dequawn Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-KWAN / /dɛˈkwɑn/American; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Dequan, possibly meaning 'the one who is strong' or 'the one who is brave'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Dequawn is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a variation of the name Dequan, which has similar roots. The name reflects a trend in the late 20th century of creating unique names by altering existing ones.
Trend Summary
Dequawn has seen limited popularity in the United States, primarily within specific communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dequan
International Variants
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Famous people named Dequawn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dequawn was first seen in the United States in 1993. Dequawn has ranked as high as #1226 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dequawn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dequawn
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |