Dechen
girl nameDechen entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #13595 in 2002, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
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rank today
#13595
peak (2002)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #13595 |
| 2010s | #16869 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dechen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dechen alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dechen in 2025?
- Dechen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dechen most popular?
- Dechen peaked in 2002, reaching #13595 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dechen with classmates?
- Dechen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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