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Deacon vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deacon

Boy #551 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant, messenger"

Origin: Greek diakonos

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#551
Total SSA Count
539
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Deacon Rank #551
Baylor Rank #366

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Baylor more popular?

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Baylor mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Deacon and Baylor boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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