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Killian vs Deacon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Killian

Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#370
Total SSA Count
884
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Killian Rank #370
Deacon Rank #551

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Killian or Deacon more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Killian and Deacon mean?

Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin). Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin).

Are Killian and Deacon boy or girl names?

Killian is primarily a boy name. Deacon is primarily a boy name.

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