Desean
Desean is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Desean is a modern American name created by combining the prefix 'De-' with the traditional Irish name Sean. It gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States alongside other prefixes paired with established given names. Today, it remains a recognized modern option for boys.
Popularity in the United States
4,031 babies in the United States have been named Desean since 1880. It ranks #1987 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1725.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.8 %)
- NY (13.7 %)
- MI (8.8 %)
- FL (8 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 211 |
| 1980-1990 | 456 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,139 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,108 |
| 2010-2019 | 897 |
| 2020-2029 | 202 |
Famous people named Desean
- DeSean Jackson: athlete, football player
Fun facts
- Desean is a blend of the popular American name prefix 'De-' and Sean, the Irish Gaelic form of John.
- The name entered broader usage in the United States during the late 1980s and 1990s.