Deon
Meaning of Deon
The name Deon is a male given name pronounced as DEE-on (/ˈdiːɒn/). It is often considered a modern variation of the name Dion, which has roots in Greek mythology. Dion is derived from the name Dionysios, associated with the Greek god of wine, revelry, and fertility. Over the years, Deon has maintained steady popularity in the United States, reflecting its enduring appeal. The name reached its peak in 1967 when it ranked 605th but has seen varying levels of popularity since then. Known for its strong yet approachable sound, Deon carries a sense of timelessness and versatility that makes it a favored choice among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar name for their sons.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DEE-on (/ˈdiːɒn/)
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Notable People Named Deon
| Deon Haywood is an American human rights defender, activist, educator, and director known for her work in combating discrimination against Black women, criminalization of sex workers, adverse living conditions for the working poor, and limited access to HIV healthcare in the American South as the executive director of Women With A Vision. |
| Deon Marshall Thompson is an American-Ivorian professional basketball player known for his time with the North Carolina Tar Heels and currently playing for Shinshu Brave Warriors in the B.League. |
| Deon Godfrey Meyer is a renowned South African thriller novelist, known for writing in Afrikaans and having his works translated into 28 languages, as well as for his contributions to television and film scripts. |
| Deon du Plessis - Deon Jean du Plessis was a veteran South African journalist and founder of the Daily Sun newspaper, who passed away at the age of 59 in 2011. |
| Deon Bush is an American football safety who currently plays for the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL, having previously been drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2016 after playing college football at Miami. |
| Deon Anthony Cole is an American comedian, actor, and screenwriter best known for his role in the sitcom Black-ish and for winning the Doris Award on To Tell the Truth. |
| Deon Jackson is an American football running back for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football at Duke. |
| Deon Jackson was an American soul singer and songwriter. |
| Deon Edwin is a professional basketball player from the U.S. Virgin Islands, known for his versatility as a point guard or shooting guard. |
| Deon Carstens is a former South African rugby union footballer who played for the Sharks, Stormers, Saracens, and Western Province. |
| Deon Marie Hemmings CD is a former female 400 metres hurdler. |
| Gideon Jacobus Kruis, also known as Deon Kruis, is a South African cricketer who played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club in England and various teams in South Africa. |
| Deon Hotto Kavendji is a Namibian professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder for Orlando Pirates and the Namibia national team. |
| Deon Strother is a former American football running back who played for the Denver Broncos in the NFL and the Ottawa Rough Riders in the CFL. |
| José Aldean Oliveira de Jesus, also known as Deon, was a Brazilian professional footballer who excelled as a forward. |
