Goddess
Derived directly from the Latin word for 'goddess', Dea is a short, impactful name with ancient roots. It was historically used in Roman mythology to refer to various female deities, often as a prefix or title. In modern times, it serves as a minimalist alternative to names like Diana or Thea.
Less common today
Dea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,177 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Award-winning Georgian film director and screenwriter
Danish artist and celebrated novelist
The blind protagonist in Victor Hugo's novel · The Man Who Laughs
