Daejion
Of uncertain origin, potentially representing a blend of elements meaning "day" and "journey".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Daejion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Daejion today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Daejion births was 2000 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Daejion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Daejion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2000
5 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2000 SSA rank
#10,692
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Daejion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Daejion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Daejion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Daejion
The name Daejion is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic language. It is thought to be derived from the Proto-Celtic word "dājos", meaning "to share" or "to divide". This suggests that the name may have been associated with concepts of generosity, fairness, or the distribution of resources.
During the height of the Celtic civilizations in Europe, the name Daejion may have been used among various tribes and clans, particularly in the regions of modern-day Ireland, Scotland, and parts of France and Spain. However, due to the scarcity of written records from that era, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact time period or specific geographic location where the name first emerged.
While no definitive ancient texts or religious scriptures have been found mentioning the name Daejion, some scholars speculate that it may have held significance in the oral traditions and folklore of the Celtic peoples. The name's association with sharing and division could have been symbolic in their communal way of life and cultural practices.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Daejion can be traced back to the Middle Ages, particularly in regions with strong Celtic influences. One notable bearer of the name was Daejion of Glendalough, an Irish monk and scribe who lived in the 7th century. He is known for his contributions to the preservation of Celtic literature and the transcription of ancient manuscripts.
Another historical figure with the name Daejion was a Scottish warrior and clan leader from the 12th century. Though little is known about his specific deeds, his name has been found etched on stone monuments and inscriptions from that period, indicating his importance in the cultural heritage of his time.
In the 16th century, a Frenchman named Daejion Dubois gained recognition as a skilled navigator and explorer. He is believed to have participated in several expeditions to the Americas, contributing to the mapping and exploration of the New World.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian artist and sculptor named Daejion Cellini made significant contributions to the artistic landscape of his time. His works, which often depicted mythological and allegorical themes, can be found in various museums and galleries across Europe.
The name Daejion also had a presence in the literary world, with Daejion O'Flaherty, an Irish writer and poet from the 17th century. His works, which explored themes of Irish culture, folklore, and the struggles of his people, have been celebrated for their vivid storytelling and preservation of traditional narratives.
People
Daejion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Daejion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Daejion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Daejion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Daejion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Daejion a common name?
We classify Daejion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Daejion most popular?
The single biggest year for Daejion was 2000, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Daejion is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Daejion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Daejion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Daejion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Daejion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Daejion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Daejion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Daejion as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.