To take action or to do
Derived from the South Slavic root 'dej', meaning to act or to do. It was historically used as a protective name, intended to ensure the child would be industrious and capable. It is widely popular across Balkan countries including Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Dejan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Montenegrin former footballer and AC Milan star
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