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Deia

DAY-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Deya, a Spanish place name or a short form of names like Adeia.

2025 rank (girls)
#7,133
Babies named in 2025
15
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 107,151 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2021

Rising since 2021, #7,133 for girls today.

Popularity of Deia since 1968

Babies named Deia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015198020002020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s5
1970s26
1980s7
1990s0
2000s10
2010s13
2020s40

Meaning & origin

Deia is a rare name with uncertain origins. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1968 and has remained uncommon, ranking 7,133 in 2025. The name has experienced a rising trajectory since 2021, with 2025 being its peak year to date. In 2025, approximately 1 in 107,151 babies were named Deia, reflecting its exclusivity. As a modern, melodic choice, Deia appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with a soft, feminine sound.

Deia may derive from the Spanish village of Deià in Mallorca, or function as a modern respelling of Deya. It could also be a short form of names such as Adeia. As a given name, it emerged in the United States in the late 1960s and has seen sporadic use, with a notable rise in the 2020s.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Deya

Sibling names for Deia

Names that share Deia's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Alia, Maya, Naya, Sierra, Luna

Brothers: Kai, Mateo, Leo, Ezra, Elio

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Deia mean?
The meaning of Deia is uncertain. It may be derived from the Spanish place name Deià or be a modern variant of Deya.
How popular is Deia?
Deia is a rare name. As of 2025, it ranked 7,133 in the United States, with approximately 1 in 107,151 newborns given the name.
Is Deia a girl's name or a boy's name?
Deia is predominantly used as a girl's name.