Holding steady.
Popularity of Deannah since 1965
Babies named Deannah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deannah is a modern English feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1965. It saw its highest usage in 1998, when it was given to approximately 5 babies per million, though it has never been among the top tier of names. The name belongs to a family of -annah suffixed variations popular in the late 20th century, with a trajectory that is stable but low frequency. Its top states of usage have been regionally scattered, with no single state dominating. For parents seeking a distinctive yet intuitive name, Deannah offers a familiar sound with a touch of individuality.
Deannah is a modern English coinage, likely a respelling or elaboration of the name Deanna. Deanna itself is a variant of Diana, the Roman goddess of the moon and hunting, or from the English surname Dean, meaning 'valley'. The name emerged in the mid-20th century during a period of creative name formations in the United States, often using the -annah suffix pattern seen in names like Hannah.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dea, Anna, Dee
Sibling names for Deannah
Names that share Deannah's style, for a brother or sister.
