Deems
Pronunciation: [ d-EEMZ ]
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Deems first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 12 babies have been named Deems in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deems is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,320 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,320
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Deems
Deems is a boy name .
Deems is currently ranked #29,320 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deems include Dee, Dey, Deie, and Deekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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