Girl
Deanna
divine
About Deanna
Deanna presents a warm, approachable quality that feels immediately familiar yet special. This name has maintained steady appreciation over decades, speaking to its enduring appeal and timeless nature. The double-n construction adds visual interest and a touch of distinction to the classic sound. Deanna carries an air of friendly sophistication—neither too formal nor overly casual, striking that perfect balance many parents seek. The name suits someone who is personable, intelligent, and well-rounded. Its soft vowels create a gentle musicality that's easy on the ears, while its structure provides enough substance to be taken seriously in professional contexts. Deanna offers nickname flexibility with options like Dee or Anna, though many bearers choose to keep the full name.
Popularity of the Name Deanna
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | #769 | ||||
| 1937 | #139 | ||||
| 1938 | #115 | #184 | |||
| 1939 | #133 | ||||
| 1940 | #136 | ||||
| 1941 | #137 | ||||
| 1942 | #160 | ||||
| 1943 | #160 | ||||
| 1944 | #167 | ||||
| 1945 | #175 | ||||
| 1946 | #193 | ||||
| 1947 | #210 | ||||
| 1948 | #228 | ||||
| 1949 | #240 | ||||
| 1950 | #253 | ||||
| 1951 | #256 | ||||
| 1952 | #284 | ||||
| 1953 | #279 | ||||
| 1954 | #268 | ||||
| 1955 | #254 | ||||
| 1956 | #238 | ||||
| 1957 | #236 | ||||
| 1958 | #220 | ||||
| 1959 | #194 | ||||
| 1960 | #173 | #309 | |||
| 1961 | #156 | ||||
| 1962 | #138 | ||||
| 1963 | #133 | ||||
| 1964 | #115 | #249 | |||
| 1965 | #110 | #270 | |||
| 1966 | #105 | #218 | |||
| 1967 | #104 | #223 | |||
| 1968 | #104 | #191 | |||
| 1969 | #88 | #224 | |||
| 1970 | #90 | #191 | |||
| 1971 | #95 | #169 | |||
| 1972 | #107 | #281 | |||
| 1973 | #111 | #227 | |||
| 1974 | #115 | #199 | |||
| 1975 | #126 | #170 | |||
| 1976 | #128 | #188 | |||
| 1977 | #138 | #180 | |||
| 1978 | #136 | #146 | |||
| 1979 | #145 | #278 | |||
| 1980 | #149 | #205 | |||
| 1981 | #146 | #186 | |||
| 1982 | #156 | #323 | |||
| 1983 | #149 | #205 | |||
| 1984 | #151 | #207 | |||
| 1985 | #156 | #375 | |||
| 1986 | #164 | #347 | |||
| 1987 | #170 | #243 | |||
| 1988 | #163 | #319 | |||
| 1989 | #162 | #240 | |||
| 1990 | #159 | #307 | |||
| 1991 | #158 | #289 | #180 | ||
| 1992 | #155 | #327 | #463 | #151 | |
| 1993 | #161 | #251 | #426 | #163 | |
| 1994 | #165 | #172 | #187 | ||
| 1995 | #188 | #200 | #388 | #188 | |
| 1996 | #210 | #280 | #403 | #219 | |
| 1997 | #222 | #248 | #284 | #451 | #231 |
| 1998 | #244 | #311 | #196 | #440 | #279 |
| 1999 | #277 | #307 | #299 | #554 | #307 |
| 2000 | #303 | #370 | #293 | #266 | |
| 2001 | #353 | #518 | #357 | ||
| 2002 | #348 | #605 | #300 | #351 | |
| 2003 | #421 | #470 | #388 | ||
| 2004 | #451 | #705 | #513 | ||
| 2005 | #478 | #539 | |||
| 2006 | #530 | #993 | #640 | ||
| 2007 | #549 | #828 | #627 | ||
| 2008 | #595 | #877 | #618 | ||
| 2009 | #606 | #631 | |||
| 2010 | #712 | #936 | |||
| 2011 | #818 | #725 | |||
| 2012 | #917 | ||||
| 2013 | #916 | #933 | |||
| 2016 | #955 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Deanna
Names Similar to Deanna
Nicknames for Deanna
- Dee
- Di
- Ann
- Annie
- Dana
Famous People Named Deanna
| Deanna Durbin | Canadian-American actress and singer |
| Deanna Russo | American actress |
| Deanna Bogart | American blues singer and pianist |
| Deanna Templeton | American photographer and artist |
| Deanna Casaluce | Canadian actress |
| Deanna Brooks | American model and actress |
| Deanna Brown | American singer and musician |
| Deanna Dunagan | American actress |
| Deanna Hummel | American reality TV personality |
| Deanna Janke | Canadian former soccer player |
| Deanna Nolan | American former basketball player |
| Deanna Webb | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
| Deanna Wright | Australian former netball player |
| Deanna Adler | American author and mother of Steven Adler - Guns N' Roses drummer |
| Deanna Caveny | American beauty queen and pageant titleholder |
| Deanna Lindstrom | Canadian professional wrestler known as "Angelina Love" |
| Deanna Maran | American former figure skater |
| Deanna McDonald | Australian former field hockey player |
| Deanna Uppal | Indian-British actress and model |
Characters Named Deanna
| Deanna Troi | Star Trek - The Next Generation character |
| Deanna Monroe | The Walking Dead character |
| Deanna Carter | Grey's Anatomy character |
| Deanna Moran | Shameless character |
| Deanna Cross | Supernatural character |
| Deanna Forbes | The Bold and the Beautiful character |
| Deanna Rivers | The Jersey character |
| Deanna Ward | EastEnders character |
| Deanna Plainville | Pretty Little Liars character |
| Deanna Raybourn | A Lady Julia Grey Mystery series character |
| Deanna Pappas | The Bachelorette reality TV show contestant |
| Deanna Hogan | Degrassi - The Next Generation character |
| Deanna Cartwright | The Virgin Suicides character |
| Deanna Gibson | A Teacher character |
| Deanna Turner | The Mentalist character |
| Deanna Kincaid | Friday the 13th Part VII - The New Blood character |
| Deanna Raney | Life Unexpected character |
| Deanna Corleone | The Godfather novel character |
| Deanna Howland | The Outer Limits character |
| Deanna Claybourne | Hemlock Grove character |