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Deacon vs Jake

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
Jake Rank #423

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Jake more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Jake mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Deacon and Jake boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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