Dereon is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of American origin, derived from African roots. It means "to speak" or "word," signifying expression and communication. The name Dereon tends to evoke feelings of creativity, individuality, and strength.
The name Dereon experienced a notable peak in popularity between 2008 and 2009, with a significant rise from 78 births in 2008 to 91 births in 2009. However, this was followed by a steady decline thereafter, dropping back down to single-digit figures by 2015. Overall, there were a total of 367 children named Dereon born between 2006 and 2017.