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Dean vs Abraham

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

Dean Rank #142
Abraham Rank #204

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Abraham more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Dean and Abraham mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dean and Abraham boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Abraham is primarily a boy name.

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