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Deacon vs Raymond

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
Raymond Rank #380

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Raymond more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Raymond mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Deacon and Raymond boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.

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