Ransom vs Deegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ransom

Boy #1,661 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf"

Origin: Old English/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,661
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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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

Ransom Rank #1,661
Deegan Rank #1,678

Ransom is more popular, ranked #1661 vs #1678 for Deegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ransom or Deegan more popular?

Ransom is more popular, ranked #1661 compared to Deegan at #1678 in the United States.

What do Ransom and Deegan mean?

Ransom means "son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf" (Old English/Norman origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ransom and Deegan boy or girl names?

Ransom is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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