Deacon
Deacon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Deacon
- A male given name from English.
Etymology
English occupational surname for someone working in the household of a deacon. * Also as an English surname, variant of Dicken. * As an Irish surname, from Ó Deocáin, "descendant of Deocán."
How popular is Deacon?
Since 1880, 11,570 boys in the U.S. have been named Deacon. Its highest rank for boys was #420 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #561 for boys, with 529 babies given the name.
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Deacon FAQ
What does the name Deacon mean?
A male given name from English. English occupational surname for someone working in the household of a deacon. * Also as an English surname, variant of Dicken. * As an Irish surname, from Ó Deocáin, "descendant of Deocán."
What is the origin of the name Deacon?
Deacon is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Deacon?
Since 1880, 11,570 boys in the U.S. have been named Deacon. Its highest rank for boys was #420 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #561 for boys, with 529 babies given the name.
Is Deacon a boy or girl name?
Deacon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 11,570 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.