Deshay is an uncommon given name of American origin, derived from an old French surname 'D'Eshay', which was likely a nickname or descriptive term referring to someone from Essex, England. The name 'Deshay' has gained popularity in recent years as parents seek unique yet meaningful names for their children.
The name Deshay experienced its peak popularity between 1990 and 1995, with 11 to 14 births each year during this period. After 1995, the number of annual births declined, reaching as low as 5 in 2004 and 2011. Overall, there were a total of 183 births recorded for the name Deshay from 1973 to 2012.