Siobhan Deacon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Siobhan Deacon — God is gracious
350K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Siobhan Deacon is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Siobhan is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN). The surname Deacon: Adam Deacon (born 1983), English actor Amos Deacon (1904–1982), American field hockey player Antony King-Deacon (1941–2005), British journalist and author Belle Deacon (1904–1995), American Alaskan basketmaker and language and folklore expert Bernard Deacon (anthropologist) (1903–1927), social anthropologist on the islands of Vanuatu Bernard Deacon (linguist), British academic Bert Deacon (1922–1974), Australian rules footballer Bill Deacon (1944–2019), New Zealand rugby league footballer Bob Deacon (died 2017), British social policy academic Brett Deacon (born 1982), English rugby union footb. Siobhan is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 350K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Siobhan reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Siobhan

Meaning: God is gracious

Hebrew

Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN).

Surname: Deacon

English

Adam Deacon (born 1983), English actor Amos Deacon (1904–1982), American field hockey player Antony King-Deacon (1941–2005), British journalist and author Belle Deacon (1904–1995), American Alaskan basketmaker and language and folklore expert Bernard Deacon (anthropologist) (1903–1927), social anthropologist on the islands of Vanuatu Bernard Deacon (linguist), British academic Bert Deacon (1922–1974), Australian rules footballer Bill Deacon (1944–2019), New Zealand rugby league footballer Bob Deacon (died 2017), British social policy academic Brett Deacon (born 1982), English rugby union footb.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Siobhan is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 44%
United Kingdom 38%
Australia 12%
United States 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Siobhan by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Siobhan has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Joan
  • Joanna
  • Shevaun
  • Chevonne

Notable People Named Siobhan Deacon

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Siobhan Deacon:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Siobhan?
The first name Siobhan originates from Hebrew. Irish Gaelic form of Joan/Joanna, from Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). The name is famously difficult to pronounce for non-Irish speakers (Shih-VAWN).
When was Siobhan most popular?
The name Siobhan reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Deacon?
The surname Deacon originates from English. Adam Deacon (born 1983), English actor Amos Deacon (1904–1982), American field hockey player Antony King-Deacon (1941–2005), British journalist and author Belle Deacon (1904–1995), American Alaskan basketmaker and language and folklore expert Bernard Deacon (anthropologist) (1903–1927), social anthropologist on the islands of Vanuatu Bernard Deacon (linguist), British academic Bert Deacon (1922–1974), Australian rules footballer Bill Deacon (1944–2019), New Zealand rugby league footballer Bob Deacon (died 2017), British social policy academic Brett Deacon (born 1982), English rugby union footb.
What are the origins of the name Siobhan Deacon?
The name Siobhan Deacon combines two different traditions: the first name Siobhan has Hebrew roots, while the surname Deacon originates from English.
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