What does Deian mean?
Deian is a Welsh form of David, “beloved.”
What does Emrys mean?
Emrys is the Welsh form of Ambrose, from the Greek for “immortal.”
Deian vs Emrys
Which is more popular?
Emrys is more popular than Deian today: about 157 US babies were given the name Emrys in 2025, compared with 0 named Deian.
| Deian | Emrys | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Beloved | Immortal |
| Origin | Welsh | Welsh |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Pronunciation | DAY-an | EM-ris |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 2017 | 1997 |
| Peak year | 2023 (13) | 2024 (185) |
| In 2025 | 0 | 157 |
| Trend | Steady | Rising |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Deian
Emrys
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Deian | Emrys |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 41 | 741 |
| 2010s | 10 | 542 |
| 2000s | 0 | 22 |
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Deian or Emrys more popular?
Emrys is more popular than Deian today: about 157 US babies were given the name Emrys in 2025, compared with 0 named Deian.
What is the difference between Deian and Emrys?
Deian means Beloved (Welsh origin), while Emrys means Immortal (Welsh origin).
Which name is older, Deian or Emrys?
In US records, Deian first appears in 2017 and Emrys in 1997, so Emrys has the longer recorded history.