Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Deran since 1920
Babies named Deran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 39 |
| 1970s | 29 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Deran is a rare masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1920. It reached its peak popularity in 1980, yet even then it remained uncommon, never breaking into the top 1,000 names. In 2025, it ranked 10,695th, with an estimated 1 in 284,679 newborns receiving the name. Its trajectory has been stable, suggesting a small but consistent handful of parents choose it each year. Deran is likely a variant of the better-known Darren, which has English and Irish roots. As a modern rarity, Deran offers a distinct alternative to more common names like Derek or Dustin, appealing to families seeking something recognizable but uncommon.
Deran is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Darren, an English name believed to be derived from an English surname, itself possibly a place name or a variant of the Irish name Darragh. Deran appeared in U.S. records as early as 1920 but has never achieved widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Derry
Sibling names for Deran
Names that share Deran's style, for a brother or sister.
