Dejanay
A feminine name of modern African American origin meaning "successful by God's grace".
Name Census estimates that about 197 living Americans carry the first name Dejanay. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Dejanay today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dejanay births was 1999 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dejanay. 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
197
~ 1 in 1,739,870 Americans
Peak year
1999
17 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2010 SSA rank
#17,690
Tracked since 1990
Popularity
Dejanay: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dejanay from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 113 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dejanay 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 Dejanay during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dejanays live
Origin
Meaning and history of Dejanay
The given name Dejanay is a relatively modern name with origins that can be traced back to a combination of linguistic influences. The first part of the name, "Deja," is derived from the French phrase "déjà vu," meaning "already seen" or "a feeling of familiarity." This phrase entered the English language in the early 19th century, reflecting the cultural exchange between France and various English-speaking regions.
The latter part of the name, "nay," is believed to be inspired by the French feminine name Renée or its variations, such as Renata or Renata. These names can be traced back to the Latin name Renatus, meaning "reborn" or "born again." The combination of "Deja" and "nay" creates a unique and intriguing name with a subtle nod to the concept of familiarity and rebirth.
While the name Dejanay does not have a long-standing historical lineage, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in certain regions of the United States. It is worth noting that there are no widely recognized historical figures or documented records of individuals bearing this name in ancient texts or religious scriptures.
However, a few notable individuals with the first name Dejanay have emerged in various fields, although their birth and death years are not readily available due to the relatively recent emergence of the name:
1. Dejanay Jennings, an American singer and songwriter known for her collaborations with various artists in the R&B and hip-hop genres.
2. Dejanay Stuckey, an American professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA for teams such as the Los Angeles Sparks and the Seattle Storm.
3. Dejanay Givens, an American model and social media influencer, known for her work in the fashion industry and her active presence on platforms like Instagram.
4. Dejanay Johnson, an American author and motivational speaker, who has written several books on personal growth and self-empowerment.
5. Dejanay Franklin, an American entrepreneur and business executive, who co-founded a successful tech startup focused on sustainable solutions.
While the name Dejanay is relatively new and its historical origins are somewhat ambiguous, it has gained a unique identity and has been embraced by individuals across various cultures and backgrounds. As with many modern names, its popularity and significance are likely to continue evolving and shaping its place in the rich tapestry of global nomenclature.
People
Dejanay + last name combinations
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Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dejanay: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dejanay?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 197 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dejanay 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 1,739,870 US residents.
Is Dejanay a common name?
We classify Dejanay as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 201 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dejanay most popular?
The single biggest year for Dejanay was 1999, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dejanay is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Dejanay a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dejanay 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.