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Lawrence vs Deacon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deacon

Boy #551 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant, messenger"

Origin: Greek diakonos

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#551
Total SSA Count
539
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lawrence Rank #510
Deacon Rank #551

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence or Deacon more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Deacon mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin).

Are Lawrence and Deacon boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Deacon is primarily a boy name.

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