Bentley vs Dean

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bentley Rank #201
Dean Rank #142

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or Dean more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and Dean mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Bentley and Dean boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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