Dedan
boy nameDedan entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #3963 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#3963
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4735 |
| 2000s | #11610 |
| 2010s | #12156 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dedan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dedan alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dedan in 2025?
- Dedan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dedan most popular?
- Dedan peaked in 1972, reaching #3963 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dedan with classmates?
- Dedan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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