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Dean vs Austin

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
Austin Rank #107

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 vs #142 for Dean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Austin more popular?

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 compared to Dean at #142 in the United States.

What do Dean and Austin mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin).

Are Dean and Austin boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Austin is primarily a boy name.

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