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American names starting with D include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to American heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes American-origin names so enduring.

American names starting with D — quick facts

  • 3539 American names begin with the letter D
  • 1852 girl names, 1542 boy names
  • American names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

American Girl Names Starting With D

1852 girl names

#295
American↑ Rising
A feminine form of Daniel meaning 'God is my judge'.
#337
American↑ Rising
a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep
#439
American
Derived from the concept of fate or predetermined events; suggests an individual's significant purpose or fate.
#445
American
A variant of the name 'Dahlia', refers to a flower.; It often embodies notions of brightness or shining.
#500
American
God is my judge
#501
American
derived from the name Delicia, meaning delight or pleasure
#501
American
A modern variant of the name Deja, often associated with the meaning 'already seen'.
#502
American
Gift of God
#502
American
Lady; a combination of Donna (lady) and Belle (beautiful)
#503
American
Created name, possibly derived from 'Day' combined with elements resembling 'Asia'
#503
American
Beloved, cherished
#504
American
scent; fragrance
#505
American
A unique and modern name, possibly derived from the name of the French word 'dès', meaning 'from', and associated with c
#505
American
delightful, pleasing
#506
American
God is my judge; the female version of Daniel
#506
American
delight
#507
American
desired, longed for
#507
American
gift from God
#508
American
Derived from the combination of the names Darla and Eileen.
#509
American
divine
#513
American
deluxe
#513
American
American English
#513
American
Variant of Dawn
#513
American
possibly a feminine variant of 'Dare' or a name derived for its uniqueness
#519
American
A derivative form of the name Andrea, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'
#519
American
Derived form of the name 'Danielle', which is the feminine form of 'Daniel', meaning 'God is my judge'.
#519
American
Divine
#521
American
Lady; Noble one
#525
American
A variant of 'Destiny', which signifies fate or predetermined course of events.
#525
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#526
American
already
#526
American
The name Doty is derived from the word 'doughty,' meaning brave or hardy.
#527
American
A modern, blended name possibly derived from 'Dae' and 'Janae', with no established meaning.
#527
American
Oak tree; A person who is gentle and nurturing
#529
American
A blend of the name Demetra and the suffix -sha
#529
American
world ruler
#530
American
little dawn
#531
American
A modern name possibly derived from the name Darinda, which means 'a form of Darin'.
#531
American
an invented name, possibly a variation of Debra
#533
American
Variant of Denise, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'.
#533
American
Divine Gift
#534
American
the one who is bold or brave
#535
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#536
American
A variant of the name 'Dorothy' meaning 'gift of God'.
#538
American
beloved, dear one
#539
American
Derived from the Old French surname 'Devon', meaning 'one from Devon' or 'of Devon'.
#539
American
A variant of Danielle, which is the feminine form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge.'
#541
American
A modern spelling of Daisy, which is a flower name.
#541
American
Derivative of Daniel and Lyn
#542
American
Diamond-like, precious
#546
American
a variant of the name Deanna, meaning divine
#547
American
Delicate, tender
#547
American
Combination of different names such as Daisy and Lynn
#550
American
Dark-haired or the one who comes from the dark.
#551
American
from the land of the family of the chaste or pure
#551
American
Derived from the name Dea, meaning 'goddess'.
#552
American
African American Vernacular English
#553
American
Derived from Diana, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.
#554
American
a modern name, possibly inspired by Denai or similar variants, meaning 'God is a judge'.
#554
American
belonging to the god of the sea
#555
American
A variation of the name Carla, which means 'free man' in Germanic languages.
#555
American
God is my judge
#556
American
A variation of Deanna, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.
#556
American
Gift of God
#558
American
possibly derived from 'shell' or as a variation of 'Michelle', meaning 'who is like God?'
#561
American
Uncertain; possibly derived from Drena, meaning 'dream' or 'to aspire'
#563
American
Derived from Diana, meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.
#563
American
Modern variant of 'Dawn', meaning 'the first appearance of light'.
#564
American
Possibly a variant of Desire; longing.
#565
American
Modern English
#565
American
A modern blend possibly derived from Denise and Keisha.
#566
American
Little Goddess
#566
American
of the valley
#567
American
a form of the name 'Denise'
#568
American
God is gracious
#576
American
Destiny, fate
#577
American
gift of God
#579
American
Diminutive of the name Dedra, often associated with fiery or burning aspects
#580
American
A modern form of Desiree, meaning 'desired'.
#581
American
one who is beautiful
#582
American
From the delta
#583
American
A combination of De- and Sandra, which could mean defender of mankind
#583
American
Variant of Dana, meaning 'from Denmark' or 'God is my judge'.
#584
American
Derived English
#585
American
Modern variation of Davina, meaning 'beloved'
#585
American
A variant of Dolores, meaning 'sorrows' or 'pain' in Spanish, often associated with the Virgin Mary.'
#586
American
Variant of Dawn, referring to the first light of day.
#586
American
A modern invented name, possibly derived from Deandra.
#587
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#587
American
gentle
#588
American
Harmony, peaceful
#589
American
Derived form of De'Nesha, often associated with a combination of names like Denise and others.
#590
American
the true image or vision
#590
American
Possibly derived from 'Destiny', meaning 'fate' or 'predetermined course of events'.
#591
American
belonging to the great one
#591
American
Variation of 'Dawn', symbolizing the beginning of a new day.
#594
American
A combination of 'Dee' and 'Airah'
#597
American
A modern invented name, potentially combining elements of other names
#598
American
the property of being gentle or mild
#600
American
a unique blend of names like Deja and Jayne

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American Boy Names Starting With D

1542 boy names

#352
American
a modern variation of 'Dax', meaning 'leader'.
#369
American↑ Rising
Beloved
#502
American
God gives victory
#503
American
Derived from the name 'Daryl', which means 'dearly loved' or 'beloved'.
#509
American
Derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people'
#510
American
a variant of Dustin, derived from Old Norse 'Dúfr', meaning 'brave warrior' or 'valiant fighter'
#510
American
dragon
#510
American↑ Rising
From the city of Dan's valley
#512
American
Devoted one
#514
American
Variant of Damon, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'.
#515
American
unknown origin and meaning, likely a modern creation
#516
American
Of the valley.
#516
American
Derived from 'Darren', which is believed to be an Irish surname signifying 'great' or 'oak tree.'
#516
American
A modern invented name
#518
American
Derived from the Old French 'dile', meaning 'to serve'
#518
American
combination of other names, often seen as a modern name
#518
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#521
American
From the name of the French-born American naval officer Stephen Decatur, symbolizing bravery and honor.
#524
American
Variant of Drayden, meaning 'son of the drake'
#525
American
belonging to the Lord
#527
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#528
American
A modern combination name, possibly influenced by 'Devon' and 'Monty'.
#529
American
noble
#529
American
Beloved
#530
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#530
American
English
#532
American
Servant; minister
#533
American
Strong oak
#533
American
Dark and wise
#539
American
A modern variation of the name 'Juan', which means 'God is gracious'.
#540
American
gifted ruler
#541
American
Derived from a blend of names, may imply strength or dominance.
#543
American
A variation of the name Don, possibly influenced by the suffix -quez which is common in Spanish names.
#546
American
A modern creation, potentially derived from names like 'Damon' and 'Mario'.
#548
American
Modern invented name, possibly a blend of names.
#549
American
A unique or creative variation on Quantez
#549
American
from the mountain town
#550
American
to lead or guide
#552
American
a form of the name Davon, meaning 'Greek origin'
#554
American
the great one
#554
American
the ruler
#555
American
Fashion or style; combination of 'DeMarcus' and other popular endings
#556
American
Gift of God
#556
American
valley town
#558
American
From the deer forest
#559
American
A modern invented name, possibly combining 'Dre' with variations of 'Vaughn' or similar sounding elements.
#559
American
Invented name, possibly a combination of Davon and Andre
#561
American
Brave one
#563
American
Variation of Devine or Devan, associated with 'poet' or 'bard'.
#563
American
Dylan means 'son of the sea' and James is derived from Hebrew meaning 'supplanter'.
#564
American
Derived from the name Jarvis, meaning 'spear man'.
#565
American
Noble
#566
American
maintains possessions
#567
American
French
#569
American
A modern variant possibly derived from the name Dalton, indicating a 'valley town'.
#569
American
Modern invented name, possibly a blend of names like 'Dema' and 'Jae'
#571
American
From the willow tree
#572
American
Variant of 'Dwayne', meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.
#573
American
A reference to the iconic time-traveling car from 'Back to the Future'
#576
American
from the front
#577
American
Derived from modern invented name, could imply 'God's gift' or 'gift of God'.
#578
American
American English
#578
American
Derived from André, meaning brave or manly
#580
American
Modern English
#582
American
A modern variant of the name Andre, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.'
#582
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#585
American
gift from God
#588
American
A modern name, possibly derived from 'Dre' adding an innovative spin.
#589
American
To be strong or capable.
#590
American
A modern name that may derive from a combination of 'Davis' and 'Juan'.
#592
American
Powerful one
#593
American
Derived from the name Daqwan; possibly meaning 'one who is more special' or 'exceptional'
#594
American
Unknown, possibly a modern invented name.
#597
American
a variant of the name Dante, which means enduring
#597
American
derived from Darin or Daron, meaning 'great' or 'wise'
#598
American
God is my judge
#600
American
Of the land
#607
American
Gift from God
#609
American
African American Vernacular English
#611
American
Of the sea; marine
#613
American
son of David
#614
American
Of the dark, hidden places
#614
American
God's gift
#614
American
A form of the name DeJohn
#615
American
Of the Lord.
#617
American
From the Old French 'dorrance', meaning 'endurance' or 'bravery'.
#621
American
Dark, from the bay
#621
American
Difficult to define; unique
#621
American
The ally
#622
American
A variation of the name Denzel, possibly derived from a place name in Wales.
#623
American
Little man
#624
American
English
#624
American
from the sea
#632
American
God's gift
#632
American
Bold ruler
#632
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#634
American
one who is friendly and lives in a vale
#642
American
God is my judge
#642
American
a modern invented name
#644
American
Of the oak tree

American Unisex Names Starting With D

145 gender-neutral names

#262
American
Allies; friends
#519
American
a form of the name Kristen or Christin, symbolizing a follower of Christ.
#536
American
Of noble birth
#541
American
Guardian
#553
American
God is gracious
#560
American
A modern invented name, possibly combining elements of ‘De’ with ‘mauria’
#577
American
a combination of 'D' and 'Juan', meaning 'God is gracious'
#584
American
gift from God
#607
American
Derived from Deandra, meaning 'divine' or 'earth
#653
American
a small gift or small token
#660
American
A combination of the prefix 'De-' meaning 'of' and the name 'Shannon', which means 'old river'.
#662
American
God is my judge
#662
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#669
American
Darling
#673
American
beloved
#682
American
darling; beloved
#709
American
Knowing; possessor of wisdom
#718
American
From the land of the kings.
#723
American
Follower of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture.
#747
American
gift; to give
#762
American
To be brave
#783
American
Friend
#814
American
Divine
#847
American
A modern variant of the name Deron or Deren.
#856
American
of the ash tree
#860
American
Derived from the masculine name Demetrius, meaning 'follower of Demeter,' the Greek goddess of harvest and fertility.
#902
American
Modern English
#921
American
A variant of 'Dawn', symbolizing the beginning of a day or new beginnings.
#944
American
Possibly a modern variant of Andrea or a blend of Deau and Andrea.
#946
American
of the Lord
#965
American
Derived from 'Daniel', meaning 'God is my judge'
#965
American
God is my judge
#973
American
God is my judge
#988
American
A variant of 'Danielle', meaning 'God is my judge'.
#1000
American
A modern invented name, possibly derived from 'Devon'.
#1004
American
valley
#1013
American
A blend of 'Darryn' and 'Ariel'
#1032
American
a creative spirit
#1036
American
Derived from a combination of 'Dav' or 'David', meaning beloved.
#1040
American
World ruler
#1043
American
From the Daveney estate
#1048
American
Gift from God
#1054
American
belonging to the Lord
#1076
American
A modern variation of Dominique, often associated with the Lord.
#1076
American
A modern created name, possibly deriving from the name 'Dona' or influenced by 'Yah'.
#1092
American
Of the gifts; derived from the name Dorcas.
#1097
American
Friend, ally
#1104
American
Combination of D and one or derived from Dionne, which means divine or heavenly
#1107
American↑ Rising
Variant of Devin, meaning 'poet' or 'defender'
#1140
American
divine
#1144
American
God is my judge
#1149
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1151
American
Derived from the surname, originally meaning from the place of the oak.
#1191
American
A diminutive or affectionate form of the name 'Dawn' or an independent name.
#1198
American
a form of 'Diana' or 'Danielle'
#1199
American
beloved
#1207
American
Gift from God
#1215
American
God is my judge
#1224
American
valley
#1238
American
God is my judge
#1249
American
A creative and unique spelling variant of Debra, thought to refer to a bee
#1265
American
Little darling
#1299
American
From the river or the sea
#1300
American
small sea
#1303
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1304
American
from the thorny bush
#1308
American
Darian's feminine form, resembling 'gift' or 'great
#1322
American
A small valley or hollow, typically covered in trees.
#1348
American
A modern, invented variation possibly derived from names like 'Donna' or 'Tanisha'
#1367
American
A blend of Darya and Erin, possibly meaning 'sea' and 'peace'
#1408
American
follower of Demeter, goddess of harvest
#1438
American
unexpected
#1441
American
Derived from the surname Dangel, often associated with protection or the guardian of a large estate.
#1449
American
Variation of the name Delaney, meaning 'dark' or 'descendant of the challenger'.
#1464
American
Derived from the surname Darrin, meaning 'great' or 'descendant of Darra'
#1537
American
gift
#1538
American
Uplifting or maintaining one's esteem
#1552
American
Native American
#1566
American
earth mother, goddess of agriculture
#1577
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1583
American
variant of Dylan, which means 'son of the sea'.
#1597
American
Short form of Desmond or desert.
#1612
American
A modern name often associated with creativity and individuality.
#1621
American
a modern name possibly linked to the word 'dash'
#1626
American
a variant of Dashiell, possibly meaning 'page or messenger'
#1626
American↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#1642
American
From the land of the oak trees
#1656
American
Valley, dale.
#1697
American
A variation of the name Dakota, meaning 'friend' or 'ally'.
#1709
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1719
American
from the dark field
#1725
American
Possibly a modern invented name or variant of Dorian, meaning 'from Doris'
#1726
American
Variant of Derry, which is derived from the Irish word 'Doire', meaning 'oak grove'.
#1727
American
Modern invented name without specific meaning
#1732
American
Follower of Demeter, goddess of the harvest
#1737
American
Divine or godlike.
#1752
American
defiant
#1761
American
gift, beloved; to hold dear
#1797
American
Darling or beloved
#1816
American
from the riverbank