Sire vs Deegan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sire

Boy #1,681 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord, father, sovereign"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,681
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
1
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

Sire Rank #1,681
Deegan Rank #1,678

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 vs #1681 for Sire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sire or Deegan more popular?

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 compared to Sire at #1681 in the United States.

What do Sire and Deegan mean?

Sire means "lord, father, sovereign" (Old French origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Sire and Deegan boy or girl names?

Sire is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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