How popular is the name Deke in 2025?

Deke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Deke most popular?

Deke peaked in 1976, reaching #2601 among US boy names.

Deke will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Deke entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #2601 in 1976, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2601

peak (1976)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Deke are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Deke alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Deke in 2025?: Deke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Deke most popular?: Deke peaked in 1976, reaching #2601 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Deke with classmates?: Deke will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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