Find out how popular the first name Deyonce has been for the last 7 years (from 2000 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Deyonce by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Deyonce is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 89% of people named Deyonce being female.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Deyonce.

The history of the first name Deyonce

The name Deyonce is believed to have its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the southern region of Mesopotamia around 3500 BCE. It is derived from the Sumerian words "de," meaning "to be," and "yonce," meaning "bright" or "radiant." Together, the name Deyonce can be interpreted as "one who is radiant" or "one who shines brightly."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Deyonce can be found in a cuneiform tablet from the city of Ur, dating back to around 2500 BCE. This tablet contains a list of names, including Deyonce, which was likely the name of a high-ranking official or a member of the ruling elite.

In ancient Sumerian mythology, Deyonce was also the name of a minor deity associated with the sun and light. This deity was often depicted in relief carvings and sculptures adorning the temples and palaces of the time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Deyonce. One of the earliest was Deyonce of Lagash, a renowned poet and scribe who lived in the city-state of Lagash around 2300 BCE. His works, which were etched on clay tablets, are considered among the earliest examples of written literature in human history.

Another famous Deyonce was a Babylonian astronomer and mathematician who lived in the 6th century BCE. He is credited with making significant contributions to the study of celestial bodies and the development of early astronomical calendars.

During the Renaissance period, Deyonce Borghese (1492-1568) was an Italian artist and architect who designed several landmark buildings in Rome, including the Basilica of St. Peter and the Palazzo Borghese.

In the 18th century, Deyonce Voltaire (1694-1778) was a French philosopher and writer who played a prominent role in the Age of Enlightenment. His works, which included novels, plays, and philosophical treatises, championed freedom of expression and challenged the established norms of the time.

Finally, in the 20th century, Deyonce Curie (1897-1956) was a renowned physicist and chemist who made groundbreaking contributions to the study of radioactivity. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the first person to be awarded the Nobel Prize twice, in different fields of science.

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