Deacon Name Meaning
The name Deacon comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Deacon below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Deacon Name Meaning
English (Modern)Either from the occupational surname Deacon or directly from the vocabulary word deacon, which refer to a cleric in the Christian church (ultimately from Greek διακονος (diakonos) meaning "servant").
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