Dezhaun
A masculine name of French origin meaning "from the high place".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Dezhaun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dezhaun today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dezhaun births was 2000 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dezhaun. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dezhaun. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2000
5 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2000 SSA rank
#10,826
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Dezhaun: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dezhaun 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 Dezhaun during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dezhaun
The name Dezhaun has its roots in the French language and culture, originating in the late 17th century. It is derived from the French word "désirer," meaning "to desire" or "to wish for," combined with the suffix "-aun," which was commonly used in French names during that period. The name was initially popular among the French aristocracy and upper classes.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dezhaun can be found in the memoirs of the French courtier and diplomat, Dezhaun de Montpellier (1658-1732). He served as an advisor to King Louis XIV and played a crucial role in various diplomatic negotiations during his time. Another notable figure from the same era was Dezhaun de Boissy (1673-1749), a French playwright and poet known for his comedic works.
In the 18th century, the name Dezhaun gained wider recognition with the birth of Dezhaun Rousseau (1712-1778), a Swiss philosopher and writer whose work profoundly influenced the Enlightenment era. His seminal work, "The Social Contract," explored concepts of political philosophy and laid the foundation for modern democratic principles.
During the French Revolution, the name Dezhaun was associated with revolutionary ideals and the pursuit of liberty. One such figure was Dezhaun Danton (1759-1794), a prominent leader of the Revolution and one of the principal forces behind the abolition of the French monarchy.
In the 19th century, the name Dezhaun crossed borders and gained popularity in other parts of Europe. Dezhaun Chopin (1810-1849), the renowned Polish composer and pianist, was a revered figure in the Romantic era of classical music. His compositions, such as the "Nocturnes" and "Études," continue to be celebrated and performed worldwide.
As the name Dezhaun made its way into the 20th century, it became associated with various fields, including the arts, literature, and politics. Dezhaun Breton (1896-1966), a French poet and a leading figure in the Surrealist movement, was known for his exploration of the subconscious mind and his avant-garde writing style.
These are just a few examples of the rich history and notable figures associated with the name Dezhaun throughout the centuries, highlighting its French origins, cultural significance, and enduring legacy across various disciplines.
People
Dezhaun + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dezhaun 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
Dezhaun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dezhaun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dezhaun 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Dezhaun a common name?
We classify Dezhaun as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dezhaun most popular?
The single biggest year for Dezhaun was 2000, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dezhaun is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dezhaun in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dezhaun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dezhaun 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.
Is Dezhaun still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dezhaun in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dezhaun can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Dezhaun?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Dezhaun on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.