Daquandre
An invented name potentially combining elements from French and Latin origins.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Daquandre. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Daquandre today is around 25 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Daquandre births was 2000 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Daquandre. 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 Daquandre. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2000
5 babies that year
Average age
25
years old
2001 SSA rank
#10,929
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Daquandre: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Daquandre 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 Daquandre 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 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Daquandre
The name Daquandre has its origins in a blend of different linguistic and cultural influences, primarily rooted in the African American community. Its etymology is a combination of elements from various languages, reflecting the diverse experiences and identities that have shaped the African American culture.
One potential source of the name Daquandre could be traced back to the French language, where the prefix "Da-" may have derived from the French definite article "de la," indicating a sense of belonging or origin. The second part, "quandre," could be a variation of the French word "quandre," which means "quandary" or "dilemma," potentially referencing the challenges and struggles faced by the African American community throughout history.
Additionally, the name Daquandre may have roots in traditional African naming practices, where names often carry deep symbolic meanings and are intended to convey specific qualities, aspirations, or circumstances surrounding the child's birth. The inclusion of the syllable "qua" could be a nod to various African languages, such as Swahili or Yoruba, where it may have a connection to words related to strength, resilience, or perseverance.
While there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts that directly reference the name Daquandre, its emergence and popularization can be traced back to the late 20th century within African American communities. It is believed to have gained prominence as a unique and empowering name choice, reflecting the cultural pride and self-expression that characterized the African American experience during that time period.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Daquandre can be found in the birth records of the late 1970s and early 1980s, although its usage remained relatively rare until the late 1990s and early 2000s, when it started to gain more widespread recognition.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have carried the name Daquandre, though their impact and recognition may vary:
1. Daquandre Jackson (born 1991) - An American football player who played as a defensive back for the University of Tennessee.
2. Daquandre Dickson (born 1993) - A former American football wide receiver who played for the University of South Florida.
3. Daquandre Bell (born 1995) - An American basketball player who played for the University of South Alabama.
4. Daquandre Thomas (born 1998) - An American football defensive back who played for the University of Arkansas.
5. Daquandre Woodard (born 2000) - An American high school basketball player from Georgia who received several college scholarship offers.
While the name Daquandre may not have a long and well-documented history, its emergence and growing popularity reflect the evolving cultural landscape and the desire for unique and meaningful names within the African American community. Its origins and symbolism celebrate the resilience, strength, and identity of a people who have overcome adversity and continue to shape their own narratives.
People
Daquandre + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Daquandre 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
Daquandre: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Daquandre?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Daquandre 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Daquandre a common name?
We classify Daquandre as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Daquandre most popular?
The single biggest year for Daquandre was 2000, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Daquandre is about 25 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 Daquandre in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Daquandre a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Daquandre 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 Daquandre still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Daquandre 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 Daquandre 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 are named Daquandre?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Daquandre on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.