Deejay, a unique and modern given name, is of American origin. It entered popular usage in the latter half of the 20th century, predominantly among English-speaking countries. The name is derived from the occupational term 'disc jockey,' referring to someone who plays recorded music at dance events or on radio broadcasts. As such, it carries a lively and energetic connotation, reflecting its roots in the vibrant world of music and entertainment.
Based on these statistics, the name Deejay experienced a noticeable increase in popularity around the late 1990s to early 2000s, with over 5 births each year from 1998 to 2005. However, there's no consistent trend thereafter, with birth numbers fluctuating year by year until the most recent years (2020-2023) showing an increase again. Overall, the name has been used for at least one birth each year since 1971, totaling 167 births over this period.