Dedra
Dedra is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,541 in the US, popular nicknames include Ded, Dey, and Dedie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dedra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,316 babies have been named Dedra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dedra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,541 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,541
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Dedra
Dedra is a girl name .
Dedra is currently ranked #13,541 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dedra include Ded, Dey, and Dedie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis