Dexter name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Boy

Origin: Old English

Usage: English, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Dexter

dex-ter

Meaning: Dexterous, Right Handed, One who and Woman Dyer

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What does Dexter mean?
Variations of Dexter
Middle Names for Dexter
How popular is Dexter?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Dexter
Sibling Names for Dexter
Famous People Named Dexter
Lists having Dexter

What does Dexter mean?

Used in Norwegian, Icelandic, Danish, English, Swedish and Finnish long standing and widespread, Dexter came from Old English, Dexter means "Dexterous, Right Handed, One who or Woman Dyer" is used for both sexes.

How do I pronounce Dexter?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Dexter is dex-ter.

Variants of Dexter

Decca

Names that rhyme with Dexter

How popular is the name Dexter?

Dexter was a popular name in United States. Over 33561 babies have been named Dexter since 1880. At its zenith in 1968, the moniker grabbed the 262nd spot and 841 baby boys were given the name.

However after 166 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still dominating the charts. Moreover, the moniker has been to the top 500 baby names a staggering 50 times Also, Dexter was a popular name in England and Wales.

Over 9198 babies have been given the name in 23 years. At the peak of its usage in 2013, the moniker grabbed the 63rd spot and 1019 baby boys were given the name.

However after 23 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still performing better than most of the names. In addition to that, the first name has been in the top 100 baby names 9 times

Dexter is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, in use since 2009, peaked in 2014 when it ranked 286th.

Also, it is uncommon in France, where it has been in use since 1988 and peaked in 1988 when it ranked 2536th. Dexter is a rare baby name in Belgium where it is still in use.

But Dexter is a popular baby name in Philippines where every 1 in 2000 have the name. At least, 100000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	700	378	0	0
2022	692	381	0	0
2021	533	548	0	0
2020	560	498	0	0
2019	466	635	0	0
2018	473	611	0	0
2017	447	685	0	0
2016	438	701	0	0
2015	412	755	0	0
2014	396	788	0	0

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Dexter in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	355	94	5	5
	44	6	10	0
	767	304	5	-2
	50	68	5	-2
	87	0	5	0

Here's what numbers has to say about Dexter

You always do it with a purpose, and that's to teach others what you've learned. You have a strong sense of order. If the letter D is your cornerstone, you are a determinate, but down to earth and self-reliant. You are that person who teaches others how to live life without much drama and walk their path with no one's help. You are more of a doer than a talker. Although you don't hang around with everybody, you always act kind and welcoming.

Other names liked by name hunters that are similar to Dexter

Lauri - Meaning of Lauri is Diminutive of Laura or Laurel Wreath used for both sexes. Its origin is in Latin is commonly used in Danish, Finnish and Swedish. In 1969, acclaimed name Lauri reached 478th position among girl names in United States
Rex - Commonly Accepted and Conifer Rex has its origin in Latin, Rex means "Advice, Rule or King" used substantially in Norwegian, French and Danish is a gender-neutral name
Aileen - Aileen's meaning is Eveline or Aveline is a gender insensitive name dominantly used in Swedish and Irish has origin in Old Greek and Old French
Amiyah - The popular girl name Amiyah has its origin in Sanskrit, used in English language, Amiyah means "Amy or Aliyah"
Carmela - Carmela's meaning is Our Lady of Mount Carmel or Fruitful Land is used as a unisex name has its roots in Hebrew and Latin is dominantly used in Swedish, Danish and Italian

Middle names for Dexter

We've compiled a list of the brand-new and charming middle names for Dexter below.

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Sibling Names for Dexter

Looking for the perfect name to complement your little one's unique personality? Consider the name Dexter, a strong and distinctive moniker that exudes confidence and character. Below are some equally appealing sibling names that go well with Dexter, making for a match made in heaven.

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Famous people named Dexter

Dexter Dalwood, artist based in London, England
Dexter Gordon, by [http://alexvhenderson
Dexter Holland, Holland attended Pacifica High School
Dexter Scott King, second son of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr
Dexter Fletcher, English actor and director
Dexter Blackstock, former professional footballer
Dexter Jackson, former professional American football safety
Dexter Coakley, former American football linebacker
Dexter Reid, Dexter Devon Reid Jr
Dexter Wynn, American football cornerback
Dexter Carter, former running back
Dexter Manley, former American football defensive end
Dexter McCleon, former American football safety
Dexter Jackson, American IFBB professional bodybuilder and the 2008 Mr
Dexter Boney, American former college and professional basketball player
Dexter Freebish, band based
Dexter Filkins, American journalist known primarily for his coverage of the wars
Dexter Wansel, American keyboardist, raised in Philadelphia
Dexter Vines, American comic book artist and inker,
Dexter Romweber, American rockabilly/roots rock musician
Dexter M. Ferry Jr., Dexter Mason Ferry Jr
Dexter Bussey, former American football running back
Dexter Smith, former Bermudian cricketer
Dexter Cambridge, Bahamian professional basketball player
Dexter Lewis, Costa Rican professional football goalkeeper playing for Limon
Dexter Nottage, former American football defensive end
Dexter Very, American college football player the Penn State Nittany Lions football team of Pennsylvania State University
Dexter Tucker in Money Talks as Actor
Dexter Bell acted in TV series Supergirl
Dexter Brown played pivotal character of Markus in 2012 action and adventure flick Destroyer Prince.
In 2010, Dexter Gregoire played the role of Sam Evans in drama flick Behind the Eight Ball.

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls

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