Name Profile
Dean
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllableCurrent rank #142 (2024)
About Dean
Dean appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #142 among boys, with 2,545 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 183,444 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationDean
Syllables1
Nicknames for Dean
Dean is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Dean ranks #142 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,545 births.. Parents often choose Dean for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Dean had 2,545 births in 2024.
Middle Name Ideas
- Dean James
- Dean Alexander
- Dean Reid
More Names Like Dean
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dean mean?
Dean means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Dean a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Dean ranks #142 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,545 births..
How is Dean pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Dean.