Dejah

Dejah Origin and Meaning

The name Dejah is a girl's name.

Dejah is a feminine name that gained recognition primarily through Edgar Rice Burroughs' science fiction series 'John Carter of Mars,' where Dejah Thoris appears as a Martian princess. The name has no clear historical origins before this literary creation, making it essentially a modern invented name. Since its literary introduction, Dejah has gained modest usage, particularly in the United States. The name has an exotic, otherworldly quality while remaining relatively easy to pronounce. Its association with a strong female character from literature gives it connotations of nobility and resilience. Dejah's distinctive sound, with emphasis on the first syllable, makes it stand out while its brevity keeps it accessible and memorable.

Dejah Rank in US Top 1000

# 927 in the US

The name Dejah in Pop Culture

• Dejah Thoris Princess of Mars in Edgar Rice Burroughs' "John Carter of Mars" stories.