Deken
Deken is a boy baby name. Ranked #15,761 in the US, popular nicknames include Dek, Dey, and Dekie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Deken first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 34 babies have been named Deken in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deken is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,761 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,761
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Deken
Deken is a boy name .
Deken is currently ranked #15,761 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deken include Dek, Dey, and Dekie. 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)
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