Deeanna
Of Greek origin, meaning "heaven-sent" or "heavenly gift".
Name Census estimates that about 1,717 living Americans carry the first name Deeanna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Deeanna today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Deeanna births was 1969 (61 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Deeanna. 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.
People living today
1.7K
~ 1 in 199,624 Americans
Peak year
1969
61 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
2020 SSA rank
#15,701
Tracked since 1938
Popularity
Deeanna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Deeanna from the 1930s through to the 2020s, spanning 10 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 444 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deeanna 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 Deeanna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Deeannas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. California, Texas, Michigan recorded the most babies named Deeanna, while Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 40 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Deeanna
The name Deeanna is a feminine given name of English origin, derived from the combination of the names Diane and Anna. It emerged in the late 20th century as a variation of the classic name Diana, which traces its roots back to the ancient Roman goddess of the hunt, the moon, and nature.
The name Diana was derived from the Latin word "dius," meaning "divine" or "heavenly," reflecting the celestial associations of the Roman deity. The addition of the name Anna, a Hebrew name meaning "grace" or "favor," creates a unique blend that combines the divine and graceful qualities.
While there are no recorded historical references to the specific name Deeanna in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its component names have a rich history. Diana, as a goddess, was widely revered in ancient Roman mythology and was often depicted as a huntress carrying a bow and arrow, accompanied by animals.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Deeanna can be found in the 1970s, when it gained popularity as a unique variation of the traditional names Diana and Anna. However, it remained a relatively uncommon choice until more recent times.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Deeanna, though their fame is often overshadowed by those with the more common spellings of Diana or Anna. One such individual was Deeanna Jade Westbrook, an American actress born in 1988, known for her roles in television series like "All My Children" and "The Young and the Restless."
Another notable Deeanna was Deeanna Carr, an American politician who served as the mayor of Decatur, Georgia, from 2010 to 2018. Her tenure was marked by significant economic development and initiatives aimed at improving the city's infrastructure and quality of life.
In the field of sports, Deeanna Sills, an American basketball player born in 1990, made a name for herself while playing for the University of Oklahoma. She later pursued a professional career in Europe, showcasing her athletic talents on an international stage.
Deeanna Burleson, an American author and speaker born in 1967, has made a mark with her inspirational books and motivational talks, focusing on personal growth and overcoming adversity.
Lastly, Deeanna Kyriazis, a Canadian singer-songwriter born in 1980, has gained recognition for her soulful and emotive music, blending elements of folk, pop, and jazz in her compositions.
People
Deeanna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Deeanna 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
Deeanna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Deeanna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,717 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Deeanna 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 199,624 US residents.
Is Deeanna a common name?
We classify Deeanna as "Rare". It ranks above 93.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,948 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Deeanna most popular?
The single biggest year for Deeanna was 1969, when 61 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Deeanna is about 46 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Deeanna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Deeanna in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.