Deon

Meaning of Deon

The name means 'follower of Dionysus,' who was the Greek god of wine, revelry, and theater.

Deon has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Deon

After ranking as high as #607 in 2000, Deon has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Deon

• Deon Cole
  Comedian, actor ("Black-ish")
• Deon Richmond
  Actor ("The Cosby Show")
• Deon Estus
  Bassist for Wham!
• Deon Thomas
  Former NBA basketball player
• Deon Burton
  Jamaican professional footballer

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Questions about the name Deon

What does the name Deon mean?

Deon means the name means 'follower of dionysus,' who was the greek god of wine, revelry, and theater, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Deon a boy's or a girl's name?

Deon is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Deon?

Deon did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Deon most popular?

Deon peaked at #607 in 2000.