Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..

Mysterious name of uncertain origin that evokes timelessness, often associated with figures like Deizel of Verdun and Deizel of Metz throughout history. Its meaning varies but often signifies timelessness or eternal qualities.

Distinctive female name of African-American origin, meaning 'already' in Swahili.

Deja, of African American origin, derives from Arabic 'dajja,' meaning 'to become visible' or 'to appear.'

African-origin name of Yoruba culture, meaning "the one who brings happiness," reflecting positivity and joy.

Modern African-American name created in the early 2000s, combining Da'Ja ("first ray of light") and Ja'e ("let there be light").

Arabic female name derived from Dajaha, meaning 'gentle' or 'soft'. It's often associated with beauty and grace, popularized by Edgar Rice Burroughs' Princess Dejah Thoris in his "Barsoom" series.

Arabic-derived name meaning 'tender' or 'soft', popularized by French poet Alfred de Vigny in his novel "Stello".

Rare German given name derived from "de" meaning "of" or "from," and "Jahne," an old personal name. It originated during the Middle Ages in Germany and was historically used as a surname before becoming a given name.

Captivating West African name of Mandinka origin, meaning 'God brings forth', symbolizing divine creation or destiny.

Recent African American creation by Steve Harvey, often associated with strength and intelligence, possibly derived from "Deja" and "Nae," or inspired by Deborah from the Bible.

Modern, West African-inspired name with no specific meaning, allowing for personal interpretation, and remains rare in popularity.

African-derived name, likely originating from the Wolof people of Senegal, though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

Modern, unisex given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili language. It means "powerful ownership.

African name of Igbo origin that means "let's join hands," reflecting communal values.

African origin given name derived from Igbo culture in Nigeria, meaning 'God has heard my cry'. It signifies answered prayers and holds profound spiritual significance.

Serbian name meaning 'early riser', derived from the South Slavic word 'deje'.

Serbian name derived from "deje," meaning "to slaughter," and associated with the Slavic god of war, Dejetih. It has been popular throughout Serbian history due to its strong sound and historic significance, despite some potentially violent connotations.

Serbian feminine given name derived from the old Slavic word 'devojka', meaning "young woman".

Unique African American name derived from 'Dejai' meaning 'to conquer' in Hebrew and 'inae', potentially from the name Jane. It signifies 'conquering with grace.'

Unique African feminine name of Yoruba origin, meaning "Mother who meets us," embodying nurturing and welcoming spirits.

Captivating African name from Nigeria's Igbo tribe, meaning 'Patience in War' or 'Endurance in Battle', reflecting the resilience of the Igbo people.

African origin, translating from Yoruba as "God's gift" or "Gift from God," signifying a special divine blessing.

Albanian unisex name derived from "dhe" meaning 'and' and "janë" meaning 'they are'.

African-origin name derived from Swahili 'deja', meaning 'to love'.

African-American origin name, coined by parents seeking a distinctive and culturally significant option, often associated with strength, elegance, and creativity.

Unique Greek female given name derived from Hera, the queen of gods in Greek mythology. Its meaning, "tenfold strength," suggests remarkable resilience and inner power.

French origin, derived from "deja" meaning 'already', though its exact historical significance remains unclear.

Captivating Swahili name meaning 'love' or 'affection', reflecting the desire for abundance of love in one's life.

Captivating name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba name Dejanire and interpreted as "the one who crowns with beauty.

Slavic feminine name derived from the Serbian "Dejan" meaning 'to act' combined with "-ira", signifying peace or harmony, hence interpreted as 'she who acts for peace'.

Beautiful and unique name of unknown origin, often interpreted as "God is merciful" in Arabic, though this is likely coincidental. Despite its unclear meanings and lack of historical references, it has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.

Modern, African American female name with unclear origins, created by combining elements from other names or words, and not associated with any specific meaning or history.

French origin, meaning "from the deer park," and is a unique, distinctive name not commonly used.

African origin, meaning 'to follow' or 'pursuit', and was traditionally given to Igbo children expected to be brave and determined pursuers of their goals.

American male name created by combining Devean George and Donovan McNabb, gaining popularity among African-American families. Its meaning is loosely interpreted as "divine gift," with no historical figures associated.

Enigmatic name of uncertain origin, often mistakenly linked to French or other popular names, but its true roots are unknown.

Distinctive French name derived from 'deux' meaning 'two', suggesting someone exceptional or standing out from the crowd.

Ethiopian Amharic girl's name meaning 'love' or 'affection'.

Spanish origin name composed of "Demi-" meaning half in Latin, and "-Jesus," a variant of the Hebrew name Yeshua, meaning salvation or savior. It carries profound spiritual significance and has seen resurgence in popularity for its distinctive sound and rich historical roots.

Distinctive girl's name with unknown Hebrew or African roots, pronounced DAY-ja.