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Dean vs Cohen

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
Cohen Rank #239

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #239 for Cohen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Cohen more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Cohen at #239 in the United States.

What do Dean and Cohen mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dean and Cohen boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Cohen is primarily a boy name.

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