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Morris vs Deegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Morris

Boy #1,873 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Moorish, dark-complexioned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,873
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Morris Rank #1,873
Deegan Rank #1,678

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 vs #1873 for Morris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morris or Deegan more popular?

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 compared to Morris at #1873 in the United States.

What do Morris and Deegan mean?

Morris means "Moorish, dark-complexioned" (Latin origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Morris and Deegan boy or girl names?

Morris is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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