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Rush vs Deon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Deon

Boy #1,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, of Zeus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American African American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,316
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rush Rank #1,496
Deon Rank #1,316

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Deon more popular?

Deon is more popular, ranked #1316 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Rush and Deon mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Deon means "divine, of Zeus" (Greek origin).

Are Rush and Deon boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Deon is primarily a boy name.

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