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Jerome vs Deon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerome

Boy #1,341 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holy name, sacred name"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Dutch German Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,341
Total SSA Count
143
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Deon

Boy #1,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, of Zeus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,316
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jerome Rank #1,341
Deon Rank #1,316

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 vs #1341 for Jerome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerome or Deon more popular?

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 compared to Jerome at #1341 in the United States.

What do Jerome and Deon mean?

Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin). Deon means "divine, of Zeus" (Greek origin).

Are Jerome and Deon boy or girl names?

Jerome is primarily a boy name. Deon is primarily a boy name.

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