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Deegan vs Eamon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deegan

Boy #1,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the black-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,678
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Eamon

Boy #1,504 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,504
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Deegan Rank #1,678
Eamon Rank #1,504

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 vs #1678 for Deegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deegan or Eamon more popular?

Eamon is more popular, ranked #1504 compared to Deegan at #1678 in the United States.

What do Deegan and Eamon mean?

Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eamon means "wealthy protector" (Old English via Irish origin).

Are Deegan and Eamon boy or girl names?

Deegan is primarily a boy name. Eamon is primarily a boy name.

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