Dean vs Holden

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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Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#281
Total SSA Count
1,205
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Holden Rank #281

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #281 for Holden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Holden more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Holden at #281 in the United States.

What do Dean and Holden mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Dean and Holden boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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