Lake vs Deegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lake

Boy #1,633 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a large inland body of water"

Origin: Old French via Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,633
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lake Rank #1,633
Deegan Rank #1,678

Lake is more popular, ranked #1633 vs #1678 for Deegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake or Deegan more popular?

Lake is more popular, ranked #1633 compared to Deegan at #1678 in the United States.

What do Lake and Deegan mean?

Lake means "a large inland body of water" (Old French via Latin origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lake and Deegan boy or girl names?

Lake is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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