Deon: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-eh-ohn
Origin: Greece
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: God of nysa

Deon is a masculine name with both African and Greek origins. It is a variant of Dion, derived from Dionysius, the Greek god of wine and revelry. The name means 'god of Nysa'and has been associated with strength and individuality. Over time, Deon has evolved from being a common name in the 1960s and 1970s to becoming less popular in recent years. Despite this decline, Deon remains a unique and culturally significant name, reflecting its rich historical and mythological roots.

Deon Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Deon is currently #1778 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Deon is currently #799 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Deon is currently #851 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Deon is currently #399 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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