Deakon is an uncommon given name of Slavic origin, derived from the Greek 'Διάκονος' (Diákonos), which means 'servant'. It is often associated with the religious figure known as a deacon in various Christian denominations. The name has been occasionally used in some Slavic-speaking countries like Russia and Bulgaria, but it remains relatively rare even within these regions. There are no notable figures or historical personalities connected to this name.
The name Deakon experienced a significant rise in popularity between 2002 and 2009, with the number of births peaking at 29 in 2006. However, since then, the frequency of the name has generally decreased, reaching a low of 15 births in 2023. Over the entire period from 2001 to 2023, there were a total of 458 babies named Deakon.