Deon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE-on / /ˈdiːɒn/Greek; African American
Meaning
Greek: 'divine'; African American: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Deon has roots in both Greek and African American cultures. In Greek, it is often associated with divinity. In African American communities, it has been embraced as a modern name reflecting spiritual significance. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Deon experienced a peak in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Deon
- Dion
International Variants
- Dion (French)
- Dionisio (Spanish)
Famous people named Deon
Deon Cole is an American comedian and actor known for his work on 'Black-ish' and 'Deon Cole's Black Box'.
Deon Sanders is a former professional American football and baseball player, recognized for his exceptional athletic career.
Deon Butler is a former American football wide receiver who played in the NFL.
Deon Thomas is a retired American basketball player who played in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Deon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deon was first seen in the United States in 1922. Deon has ranked as high as #809 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Deon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Deon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 18 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| MS | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 54 |
| 1961 | 59 |
| 1962 | 84 |
| 1963 | 73 |
| 1964 | 67 |
| 1965 | 72 |
| 1966 | 143 |
| 1967 | 153 |
| 1968 | 218 |
| 1969 | 207 |
| 1970 | 279 |
| 1971 | 250 |
| 1972 | 245 |
| 1973 | 229 |
| 1974 | 220 |
| 1975 | 240 |
| 1976 | 226 |
| 1977 | 234 |
| 1978 | 252 |
| 1979 | 226 |
| 1980 | 277 |
| 1981 | 209 |
| 1982 | 206 |
| 1983 | 190 |
| 1984 | 217 |
| 1985 | 248 |
| 1986 | 204 |
| 1987 | 217 |
| 1988 | 241 |
| 1989 | 303 |
| 1990 | 334 |
| 1991 | 342 |
| 1992 | 366 |
| 1993 | 415 |
| 1994 | 456 |
| 1995 | 448 |
| 1996 | 397 |
| 1997 | 321 |
| 1998 | 298 |
| 1999 | 296 |
| 2000 | 317 |
| 2001 | 234 |
| 2002 | 263 |
| 2003 | 254 |
| 2004 | 220 |
| 2005 | 225 |
| 2006 | 237 |
| 2007 | 276 |
| 2008 | 265 |
| 2009 | 262 |
| 2010 | 238 |
| 2011 | 200 |
| 2012 | 201 |
| 2013 | 215 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2015 | 199 |
| 2016 | 185 |
| 2017 | 161 |
| 2018 | 177 |
| 2019 | 163 |
| 2020 | 152 |
| 2021 | 177 |
| 2022 | 160 |
| 2023 | 143 |
| 2024 | 148 |