Deane

English

"church official"

Deane Origin and Meaning

The name Deane is a boy's name.

Deane is a masculine name of English origin, derived from an Old English surname meaning "valley" or "from the valley." It was originally a topographic name for someone who lived in or near a valley. The name has served as both a given name and surname throughout history, with its popularity fluctuating over generations. As a first name, Deane reached moderate popularity in the mid-20th century in English-speaking countries but remains relatively uncommon today. It carries an air of quiet dignity and traditional masculinity with its concise, strong sound. Deane is sometimes used as a variant spelling of Dean, which has historically been more popular. The name projects reliability and steadfastness, qualities associated with its solid, unpretentious nature.

Deane Rank in US Top 1000

# 838 in the US

Famous People Named Deane

• Deane Beman American golfer
• Deane Chandler Davis Governor of Vermont
• Deane Keller American artist, soldier, and art restorer
• Deane Macmillan Wells Australian politician
• Deane Montgomery American mathematician
• Deane Roesch Hinton US diplomat and ambassador