Deland is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the Scottish surname 'Doland'. The name 'Deland' is believed to have been brought to America by early Scottish settlers. It has since evolved into a popular choice for baby boys in the United States, particularly during the mid-20th century.
The name Deland experienced peaks and valleys in popularity over the century. It started strong with 5 births in 1917 but dipped to zero between 1928 and 1936. It regained momentum in the late 40s and 50s, with a high of 16 births in 1954. The name maintained steady popularity through the 60s and 70s, but began declining from the 80s onwards, with the last peak of 8 births occurring in 1995. From 2001 onwards, Deland seems to have fallen out of favor, with only 5 births each year until the data stops in 2002. Overall, there were 279 babies named Deland born over this period.