Divine or valley
A blend of the Latin name Diana, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly', and the English name Dean, which refers to a 'valley'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine variation of Dean or a more modern take on Diane.
Less common today
Deanne isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,757 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
South African-born British ballet dancer
American actress known for 'Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye'
Critically acclaimed American writer and playwright
