Deacon vs Rhys

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deacon

Boy #551 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, messenger"

Origin: Greek diakonos

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Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

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Deacon Rank #551

Rhys Rank #354

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #551 for Deacon.

Is Deacon or Rhys more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Rhys mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Deacon and Rhys boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Rhys is primarily a boy name.