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Dean vs Cole

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
Cole Rank #162

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #162 for Cole.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Cole more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Dean and Cole mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Dean and Cole boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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