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Dejia

deh-JEE-ah · The meaning of Dejia is uncertain; it may be a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1998
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Dejia since 1989

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

919281990200020102020Most births 1998Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s9
1990s117
2000s102
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Dejia is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, a time when inventive and melodic names were gaining popularity. It reached its peak usage in 1998, though it has never broken into the top 1000, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting it is occasionally chosen by parents seeking a unique sound. While its exact origins are unclear, Dejia fits a pattern of contemporary names that blend familiar syllables to create something fresh.

Dejia is a name of modern origin, first recorded in the United States in 1989. It appears to be a creative coinage, possibly influenced by names like Deja or Dejah, combined with a fashionable ending. It has remained rare, with a peak in usage in 1998.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: DJ, Jia

Sibling names for Dejia

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

Sisters: Maya, Nia, Lena, Zara, Tiana

Brothers: Kai, Jaden, Dante, Elijah, Micah

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Dejia mean?
Dejia does not have a well-established meaning; it is likely a modern invented name.
How popular is Dejia today?
Dejia has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000, and its latest data shows it remains very rare.
Is Dejia a boy or girl name?
Dejia is typically used for girls, based on Social Security data.