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Bex vs Deagan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bex

Boy #5,444 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to bind, captivate (from Rebecca root)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,444
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Deagan

Boy #5,530 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"black-haired, dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,530
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bex Rank #5,444
Deagan Rank #5,530

Bex is more popular, ranked #5444 vs #5530 for Deagan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bex or Deagan more popular?

Bex is more popular, ranked #5444 compared to Deagan at #5530 in the United States.

What do Bex and Deagan mean?

Bex means "to bind, captivate (from Rebecca root)" (Hebrew origin). Deagan means "black-haired, dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bex and Deagan boy or girl names?

Bex is primarily a boy name. Deagan is primarily a boy name.

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