English/Greek · Boy name
Deacon
“servant, minister”
About the name Deacon
Deacon is an English boy’s name derived from the Greek word ‘diakonos’, which means ‘servant’ or ‘minister’. In Christian tradition, a deacon is an ordained minister who serves in various capacities, often assisting priests or pastors. The role of deacon is described in the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Acts, where Saint Stephen is named as one of the first deacons. Deacon is also found as an English surname, notably borne by John Deacon, the bassist of the band Queen.
- Meaning
- servant, minister
- Origin
- English/Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DEE-kun(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Deacon
- Deacon James
- Deacon Michael
- Deacon Alexander
- Deacon Thomas
- Deacon Lee
Questions about Deacon
- What does Deacon mean?
- Deacon is an English name meaning "servant, minister".
- How do you pronounce Deacon?
- Deacon is pronounced DEE-kun, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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