Dez Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEZ / /dɛz/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: derived from 'Desmond'; Hebrew: 'God's gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Dez is often a diminutive of Desmond, which has Irish roots and means 'from the fortress.' In Hebrew, the name reflects a spiritual significance, emphasizing a divine connection.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Des
- Desmond
International Variants
- Desmond (Irish)
- Dez (German)
Famous people named Dez
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dez was first seen in the United States in 1999. Dez has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Dez has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dez (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 17 |