How have African American baby naming trends changed over time?

Many African Americans adopted Biblical and European names like John, Mary, and David. But, with the rise of African American movements, like the Civil Rights Movement, the naming trends started shifting towards names inspired by leaders like Rosa and Martin. They also started giving names that celebrated African heritage, such as Quianna and Cleavon.

Can African American baby names be influenced by popular culture?

Yes. Many African American names are influenced by popular culture, including those from music, movies, television, and sports. Some examples include Zendaya, Keisha, LeBron, and Serena.

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30 African American Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Deandre	Boy	Manly; Masculine
Davion	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Davian	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Deshawn	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Deangelo	Boy	Angel; Messenger
Donte	Boy	Enduring; Hard
Demari	Unisex	One who lives a long life; One who builds
Dashawn	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Deshaun	Boy	God is gracious
Davonte	Boy	Defender; Beloved; River

Devontae	Boy	Tribe of Dumnonii
Daveon	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Demar	Unisex	Marsh
Divinity	Unisex	Belonging to a deity
Davien	Unisex	Beloved; Uncle
Dasia	Girl	Possessing goodness; Already seen; Myrtle tree
Donta	Boy	Enduring
Damarius	Boy	Calf; Girl
Davante	Boy	Defender; Beloved; River; To fight for justice
Daysha	Girl	Already

Demiyah	Girl	Good mother; Dame; Foster mother
Dajon	Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Demiya	Unisex	Good mother; Dame
Demaryius	Boy	Mars; Roman god of war; Male
Denesha	Girl	Of Zeus; Sky; Puzzle; Tangle; Confuse
Daysia	Girl	Eye of the day; Already seen
Dejanique	Girl	Already; Remembrance
Deleena	Girl	Noble
Deloise	Girl	More desirable; Better
Domonique	Unisex	Of the Lord; Child born on Sunday

Infographic: Splendid African American Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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African American Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D(infographic)

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