Declining since 1997.
Popularity of Dejohn since 1974
Babies named Dejohn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 168 |
| 2000s | 149 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Dejohn is a modern coinage that emerged from African American naming traditions in the late 20th century, following the pattern of prefix De- combined with an existing name. Its first recorded use was in 1974, and it reached its modest peak in 1997, making it a name characteristic of the 1990s. Since that peak, its usage has been declining, reflecting the shifting preferences in invented names. Dejohn never entered the top 1000 nationally, and no state recorded particularly high usage for this name. The name carries no specific etymology beyond its construction, and it remains a rare but distinctive choice for those seeking a modern-sounding variant of John.
Dejohn is a modern coinage, formed by combining the common prefix De- (as seen in names like DeShawn or DeAndre) with the classic name John. This pattern became especially popular in African American naming traditions during the late 20th century, peaking in the 1990s. The name's usage remained relatively rare and has declined since its peak in 1997.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: DJ, John, Johnny
Sibling names for Dejohn
Names that share Dejohn's style, for a brother or sister.
