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Deanna

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Pronounced dee-AN-uh /diˈæn.ə/High

Meaning: divine, belonging to the divine, goddess of the huntHigh

In 30 seconds: Deanna is an English variant of Diana meaning divine or goddess of the hunt. A classic mid-century name with celestial associations and enduring feminine charm.
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Origin HighLatin, English
Meaningdivine, belonging to the divine, goddess of the hunt
U.S. rank (2025)#2175 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births85 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1970
Total births (all-time)≈ 134,476

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197018992025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Deanna is an English variant of Diana, from the Latin Diviana meaning divine. Diana was the Roman goddess of the hunt and moon. Deanna emerged as a variant in the 20th century, influenced by actress Deanna Durbin.

Deanna was most popular in English-speaking countries from the 1940s through the 1970s, largely through Canadian actress Deanna Durbin. It retains a graceful old-Hollywood quality.

Did you know? The Roman goddess Diana — from whom Deanna derives — was the divine patron of the moon, the hunt, and childbirth. Her Greek equivalent Artemis was twin sister of Apollo, and Deanna carries this dual celestial and earthly power.
Overall data confidence 88%
Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for DeannaBehind the Name: Diana — name etymology reference

Variations

DianaDiannaDianah

Nicknames

DeeDeanie

Famous Bearers

  • ★Deanna Durbin (1921–2013)
    Canadian-American actress and lyric soprano who was a major singing star of 1930s–1940s Hollywood.

If you like Deanna…

Diana— the classic Latin form of same name
Diane— French two-syllable form of same name
Brianna— three-syllable feminine name with similar -anna ending
Leanna— similar three-syllable -anna ending name

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Frequently Asked

What does Deanna mean?

Deanna means divine or goddess of the hunt, as an English variant of Diana from the Latin Diviana.

How do you pronounce Deanna?

Deanna is pronounced dee-AN-uh (/diˈæn.ə/), with three syllables.

Is Deanna a girl's name?

Yes, Deanna is an exclusively feminine name.

How popular is the name Deanna?

Deanna was popular from the 1940s to the 1970s and retains classic vintage charm.

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