Rico vs Deegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rico

Boy #1,698 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Germanic via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian American Latino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,698
Total SSA Count
98
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Rico Rank #1,698
Deegan Rank #1,678

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 vs #1698 for Rico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rico or Deegan more popular?

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 compared to Rico at #1698 in the United States.

What do Rico and Deegan mean?

Rico means "powerful ruler" (Germanic via Spanish origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Rico and Deegan boy or girl names?

Rico is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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