Find out how popular the first name Deaquan has been for the last 6 years (from 1997 to 2002) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Deaquan by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Deaquan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2002, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Deaquan.

The history of the first name Deaquan

The name Deaquan has its roots in the African American community, originating in the late 20th century. It is a modern invention, likely a combination of the name Deon and the suffix "-quan," which has West African origins and means "born on a specific day."

While the name does not have a direct linguistic ancestry, it reflects the cultural trends of the time when African Americans sought to reclaim their heritage and express pride in their identities through the creation of new names. Deaquan emerged as a unique and creative expression of this movement.

Despite its relatively recent origins, the name has gained popularity and significance within the African American community. Notable individuals who have borne the name Deaquan include Deaquan Brooks, an American football player who played for the University of California, Berkeley, in the late 2000s. Another individual with this name is Deaquan Williams, a professional basketball player from the United States who played in various international leagues.

Additionally, Deaquan Bowers was a successful defensive end in American football, drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2011 NFL Draft. Deaquan Carr, an American singer and songwriter, rose to prominence in the early 2010s with his unique blend of R&B and pop music.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Deaquan can be found in the late 1980s, when it began to appear in birth records across various regions of the United States. While the name does not have a rich historical lineage, its modern significance lies in its representation of the African American community's journey towards self-expression and cultural identity.

Data source

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