Deanna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE-uh-nuh / /ˈdiː.ə.nə/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: divine; English: from the valley
Historical & Cultural Background
Deanna is derived from the Latin name 'Diana', which means divine. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly associated with females. Its usage for boys is less common and may be considered unconventional.
Trend Summary
Deanna has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Deana
- Diana
International Variants
- Diana (Spanish)
- Diana (Italian)
- Diana (Portuguese)
Famous people named Deanna
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Fictional characters named Deanna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deanna was first seen in the United States in 1937. Deanna has ranked as high as #1103 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Deanna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Deanna (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |