Deren
Pronunciation: [ d-IHR-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Deren first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 236 babies have been named Deren in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deren is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,133 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,133
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Deren
Deren is a boy name .
Deren is currently ranked #29,133 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deren include Der, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Deren include Derek, Dereck . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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