Dedan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ehd-ahn
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: A variant of the Hebrew name Dedan

Dedan is a name with biblical origins, derived from the Hebrew name Dedan, which refers to a place in the Arabian Peninsula. The name Dedan has been associated with strength and resilience. Over time, the use of the name Dedan has remained relatively consistent, reflecting its strong and timeless qualities. The name Dedan is important due to its historical significance and biblical roots.

Dedan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Dedan is currently #33340 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Dedan is currently #13972 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Dedan is currently #16230 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Dedan is currently #6831 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Dedan is currently #16490 on Kiindred Australian Names

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