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Deacon vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Deacon Rank #551
Corey Rank #679

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Corey more popular?

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Corey mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Deacon and Corey boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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