Dee
Meaning of Dee
Dee is a female name with English origins. It is pronounced as "dee" (/diː/) in English. This name also has a variation, Deedee. The name Dee has been given to newborns in Kansas since at least the 1930s. It peaked in popularity during the 1950s and 1960s when it ranked among the top 200 names for girls in the state. While its popularity has declined over the years, Dee remains a timeless choice for parents looking for a short and sweet name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as dee (/diː/)
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Notable People Named Dee
| Dee Snider - Daniel Snider is an American musician and lead singer of the heavy metal band Twisted Sister, known for hits like "We're Not Gonna Take It" and ranked as one of the top metal vocalists of all time. |
| Douglas Glenn Colvin, also known as Dee Dee Ramone, was a prominent American musician and the bassist and founding member of the punk rock band the Ramones, known for his prolific songwriting and composing. |
| Dee Bradley Baker is an American voice actor known for his work in animated series like SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and live-action series such as Legends of the Hidden Temple and films like Space Jam. |
| Dee Vance Benson was an American jurist and former professional soccer player who served as district judge and chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Utah. |
| Dee Ford - Donald "Dee" Ford is a former American football defensive end who was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft and played college football at Auburn. |
| Dee Dee Bridgewater is a renowned American jazz singer, actress, and three-time Grammy Award winner, known for her work as a radio show host and her role as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador. |
| Delia Juanita Warrick, also known as Dee Dee Warwick, was an American soul singer from Newark, New Jersey, and was related to several prominent singers including Dionne Warwick, Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston, and Leontyne Price. |
| Dee Ching Chuan, the "Lumber King" of the Philippines, was a notable Chinese Filipino businessman, philanthropist, and activist who made significant contributions to the business and media sectors. |
| Dee Kantner is a renowned women's basketball referee for the NCAA, with a career spanning since 1984, including officiating in multiple Final Four and championship games. |
| Dee Caffari - Denise "Dee" Caffari MBE is a British sailor who made history by completing solo, non-stop global circumnavigations in both directions. |
| Deanna Wallace, also known as Dee Wallace Stone, is a well-known American actress, famous for her role in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and starring roles in various horror films. |
| Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger is an American fashion designer and entrepreneur. |
| Dee Shapiro is an American artist and writer known for her association with the Pattern and Decoration movement. |
| Dee Dowis - Michael "Dee" Dowis was a standout American college football player known for his exceptional quarterback skills and record-breaking rushing yards. |
| Dee Brown - DeCovan Kadell "Dee" Brown is a retired NBA player and executive, known for his time with the Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, and Orlando Magic. |
