Find out how popular the first name Dequavion has been for the last 15 years (from 1997 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dequavion by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Dequavion is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dequavion.

The history of the first name Dequavion

The name Dequavion is a relatively modern name with roots in African American culture. It is believed to have originated in the southern United States, likely during the late 20th century. The name appears to be a combination of the prefix "De-" which is derived from the Latin preposition "de" meaning "from" or "of," and the latter part "-quavion" which may be a variation of the name "Kavion" or "Kavion."

While the exact origins of the name are unclear, some linguists suggest that the "-quavion" portion may have been influenced by the Swahili word "kuviona" which means "to see" or "to envision." This could potentially indicate that the name Dequavion carries a meaning related to vision, perception, or insight.

Unfortunately, there are no definitive historical references or mentions of the name Dequavion in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or early historical records. This is likely due to the relatively recent emergence of the name.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Dequavion appear to be from the late 20th century and early 21st century. One of the earliest known individuals with this name is Dequavion Walker, an American football player who was born in 1997 and played for the University of Arkansas.

Another notable figure with the name Dequavion is Dequavion Thomas, an American basketball player who was born in 1995 and played for the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Other individuals with the name Dequavion include Dequavion Dixon, an American football player who played for the University of North Carolina, and Dequavion Matthews, an American singer and songwriter.

While there may be additional individuals with the name Dequavion throughout history, the limited historical records and the relatively modern origins of the name make it challenging to identify a significant number of famous individuals with this name from earlier eras.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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