Dj
Dj is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Initials commonly representing 'David Junior', 'Daniel Junior', or 'disc jockey'.
Origin and history
Dj is a modern American name created from the initialism DJ, which traditionally stands for 'Daniel Junior', 'David Junior', or 'disc jockey'. It evolved from an informal acronym into a given name on U.S. birth certificates. In the United States, it remains a rare but distinct choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
857 babies in the United States have been named Dj since 1880. It ranks #3820 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1808.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 59 |
| 1980-1990 | 139 |
| 1990-2000 | 176 |
| 2000-2010 | 168 |
| 2010-2019 | 190 |
| 2020-2029 | 119 |
Fun facts
- The name originated as an acronym, often used for sons sharing their father's first name starting with D.
- While traditionally a nickname, Dj has been registered directly as a formal given name in the U.S.