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Uriah vs Deacon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Uriah

Boy #655 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#655
Total SSA Count
421
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Uriah Rank #655
Deacon Rank #551

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 vs #655 for Uriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Deacon more popular?

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Deacon mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin).

Are Uriah and Deacon boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Deacon is primarily a boy name.

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