"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew via English
Language: English
Dejon
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Meaning & Origin
"noble John"
Origin: French-English
Language: English
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- Sounds like Dijon (the mustard/city), which may cause teasing
The Story of Dejon
DeJon is an African American invented name, combining the prefix De- (a French-influenced honorific common in French Louisiana Creole naming traditions) with Jon, a variant of John. John derives from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious. The De- prefix elevates and personalizes, creating a name that feels both familiar and distinctive.
DeJon and variants like DeShawn, DeAndre, and DeMarcus peaked in African American communities during the 1970s-1990s, reflecting a cultural movement toward distinctive, self-created names that honored French Creole heritage and asserted cultural identity.
The De- prefix tradition in African American naming reflects the influence of French Louisiana Creole culture. These names were a form of cultural self-determination, creating something new and personal from available linguistic materials.
Historical Record
Dejon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 2,588 babies have been named Dejon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dejon is past its peak , currently ranked #4,829 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The De- prefix in African American names traces partly to French Louisiana Creole naming conventions
- John-based names have been continuously popular in English since the Norman Conquest
- Dijon, France, has been the mustard capital of the world since the Middle Ages
Dejon in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#4,829
Current Rank
Peaked 1992
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,829
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- African American American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dejon
What does the name Dejon mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew via English). "noble John" (from French-English). DeJon is an African American invented name, combining the prefix De- (a French-influenced honorific common in French Louisiana Creole naming traditions) with Jon, a variant of John. John derives from the Hebrew Yohanan meaning God is gracious. The De- prefix elevates and personalizes, creating a name that feels both familiar and distinctive.
What is the origin of the name Dejon?
Dejon has Hebrew via English, French-English, African American, and American origins. In Hebrew via English, it means "God is gracious". In French-English, it means "noble John".
Is Dejon a boy or girl name?
Dejon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4829. As a girl name, it is ranked #16621. Dejon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Dejon?
Dejon is currently ranked #4829 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dejon?
Common nicknames for Dejon include Jon.
What are good middle names for Dejon?
Popular middle name pairings include Dejon Marcus, Dejon Andre, Dejon Lamar, Dejon James, Dejon Lee, Dejon Ray, and Dejon Xavier.
What are good sibling names for Dejon?
Names that pair well with Dejon as siblings include DeShawn, Darius, Jamila, Destiny, Marcus, Tyrone, and Amara.
How many syllables does Dejon have?
Dejon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dejon a common or rare name?
Dejon is an uncommon name, ranked #4829 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dejon
Dejon is a boy name with African American and American origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew via English .
Is Dejon a boy or girl name? Dejon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,829 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,621. Dejon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dejon is currently ranked #4,829 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Dejon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Dejon include De and Jon. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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