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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Short form of Dexter, meaning 'right-handed' or 'dyer'
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- DEKS
Dex is a short, punchy English name, pronounced DEKS. It started as a short form of Dexter, which means 'right-handed' or 'dyer', so you get a one-syllable nickname with a longer name behind it if you want one.
Meaning & Origin of Dex
Meaning: Short form of Dexter, meaning 'right-handed' or 'dyer'.
Origin: English.
How to Pronounce Dex
DEKSIPA /dɛks/
Popularity of Dex
Dex is uncommon: in 2024 it ranked #3809 for U.S. births, with 29 babies given the name. Its highest rank in the data, which runs from 1952 to 2024, was #2743 in 1985, when 18 babies were named Dex.
Names Like Dex
These names have followed a similar path to Dex in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Dex mean?
Short form of Dexter, meaning ‘right-handed’ or ‘dyer’.
How do you pronounce Dex?
Dex is pronounced DEKS (IPA: /dɛks/).
Is Dex a popular name right now?
Dex peaked at #2743 in 1985 and is ranked #3809 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1952–2024.)
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