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Dean vs Hendrix

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
Hendrix Rank #296

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #296 for Hendrix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Hendrix more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Hendrix at #296 in the United States.

What do Dean and Hendrix mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Hendrix means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Dean and Hendrix boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Hendrix is primarily a boy name.

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