Deacon

At a Glance: Name: Deacon – Meaning: messenger, servant (from the church office of deacon) – Origin: Greek (via English occupational surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: DEE-kun

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Deacon traces back to the church office of the same name, rooted in Greek by way of an English occupational surname, and it carries the meaning messenger, servant. It's pronounced DEE-kun, and it has a bold, confident feel that sits comfortably among today's boy names.

Meaning & Origin of Deacon

Meaning: Messenger, servant (from the church office of deacon).

Origin: Greek (via English occupational surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Deacon

Phonetic: DEE-kun   IPA: /ˈdiːkən/

Popularity of Deacon

Deacon hit its high point in 2014, when 734 boys were given the name and it ranked #420; by 2024 it had eased to #550, with 539 boys given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1971–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Deacon mean?

Messenger, servant (from the church office of deacon). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Deacon)

How do you pronounce Deacon?

Deacon is pronounced DEE-kun (IPA: /ˈdiːkən/).

Is Deacon a popular name right now?

Deacon peaked at #420 in 2014 and is ranked #550 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)

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