Decatur: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ehc-aht-oor
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of the surname of Stephen Decatur

Decatur is a name of English origin, derived from the surname of Stephen Decatur, a famous American naval officer. The name has been associated with patriotism and bravery. Over time, it has evolved from being a surname to a given name, reflecting its strong historical roots. Decatur is an important name because it symbolizes courage and leadership.

Decatur Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Decatur is currently #32004 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Decatur is currently #13403 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Decatur is currently #15727 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Decatur is currently #6644 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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