Deron Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deron is a modern English name that is derived from Hebrew and Old English roots, meaning 'gift' or 'oak tree.' It evolved from variations such as Doron and Derron. The name became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It is perceived as a unique and creative name today, with notable figures like Deron Williams and Deron Cherry contributing to its recognition.
The name Deron is most popular in Missouri, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deron has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Deron' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2098th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 688th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 999th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1830th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3516th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Deron' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deron"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Deron is believed to be a variant of the Hebrew name 'Doron,' which means 'gift.' It may also be derived from the Old English word for 'oak tree.'
Meaning
gift; oak tree
Language Evolution
Doron, Derron, Deron
Historical Usage
The name Deron gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Derron, Dareon, Deran
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Deron is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Deron Williams - a professional basketball player, Deron Cherry - a former American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deron"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Deron"
"Deron" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2098th of 7552 | 283 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 688th of 10718 | 2,288 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 999th of 16616 | 1,625 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1830th of 24088 | 1,125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3516th of 23106 | 380 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Deron" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.72% 929th/2227 |
49.71% 1208th/2430 |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
41.01% 1138th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
18.42% 541st/2937 |
17.77% 619th/3483 |
22.00% 774th/3518 |
18.82% 761st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.25% 783rd/3685 |
24.13% 1080th/4475 |
19.73% 1025th/5194 |
26.37% 1666th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.72% 1545th/4582 |
39.35% 2032nd/5164 |
30.36% 2220th/7313 |
27.17% 2028th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Deron" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deron"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deron" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.