Deka is a distinctive choice, ranked #3848 in 1998. Your child is likely to be the only Deka in their class.
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UK Rank 1998
#3848
About the Name Deka
1998 marks Deka's peak year in UK records so far, sitting at UK #3848. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 1998.
Deka is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Deka
Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Deka per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Deka in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Deka has held a stable position around #3848 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #3848 in 1998 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Deka is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.
3
UK babies named Deka (1998)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
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Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Deka
Likely around 1 other Deka in the class
UK Popularity (1998–1998)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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