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Chase 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

Chase Rank #173
Dean Rank #142

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #173 for Chase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Dean more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Chase and Dean mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Chase and Dean boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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