About Dekett
The surname Dekett is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Diket," which is a diminutive form of the name "Dick" or "Richard." The name "Richard" itself comes from the Germanic elements "ric," meaning "ruler" or "king," and "hard," meaning "brave" or "strong." Therefore, the surname Dekett can be interpreted to mean "son of Diket" or "descendant of Richard," indicating a familial connection to someone named Diket or Richard in the past.
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The surname Dekett is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dekett based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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