Deshone
A masculine name of English origin, possibly a variant of Deshawn, meaning "bestowed" or "endowed."
Name Census estimates that about 323 living Americans carry the first name Deshone. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 85.0% of registrations being male. The average person named Deshone today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Deshone births was 1994 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Deshone. 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
323
~ 1 in 1,061,159 Americans
Peak year
1994
21 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,178
Tracked since 1969
Gender
Gender distribution for Deshone
Deshone leans heavily male at 85.0% of total registrations, but 51 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Deshone as a male name
- Ranked #12,730 in 2024
- 5 male births in 2024
- Peak: 1994 (21 births)
Deshone as a female name
- Ranked #6,178 in 1976
- 9 female births in 1976
- Peak: 1971 (10 births)
Popularity
Deshone: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Deshone from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 121 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deshone 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 Deshone during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Deshones live
Origin
Meaning and history of Deshone
The name Deshone is a relatively modern given name that appears to have originated as a combination of the prefix "De-" and the French word "chone," meaning "oak tree." It is believed to have first emerged in the late 20th century, likely in the United States or among French-speaking communities.
While the exact origins of the name are uncertain, it is possible that it was derived from the French phrase "de chêne," which translates to "of oak." This could suggest a connection to strength, resilience, or a connection to nature, as oak trees are known for their durability and longevity.
There are no known historical references or recorded instances of the name Deshone in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from earlier periods. This indicates that it is a relatively modern coinage, possibly inspired by the trend of creating unique and distinctive names in recent decades.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Deshone are limited, as it is a relatively uncommon name. However, a few notable individuals have borne this name throughout history:
1. Deshone Kizer (born 1996) - An American football quarterback who played for the Cleveland Browns and Green Bay Packers in the National Football League (NFL).
2. Deshone Foxworth (born 1982) - An American former professional football player who played as a cornerback in the NFL for teams like the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens.
3. Deshone Barlow (born 1992) - An American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and overseas.
4. Deshone Mallard (born 1996) - An American track and field athlete who specializes in the hurdles events and has competed at the NCAA level.
5. Deshone Myles (born 1993) - An American football defensive back who played for teams like the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers in the NFL.
It is worth noting that while these individuals have achieved varying levels of recognition, particularly in the sports realm, the name Deshone remains relatively uncommon and unique, reflecting its modern origins and distinctive nature.
People
Deshone + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Deshone 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
Deshone: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Deshone?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 323 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Deshone 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 1,061,159 US residents.
Is Deshone a common name?
We classify Deshone as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 339 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Deshone most popular?
The single biggest year for Deshone was 1994, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Deshone is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Deshone a male name?
Yes, 85.0% of people registered as Deshone 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.
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.