Dean vs Tatum

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
Tatum Rank #195

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Tatum more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Dean and Tatum mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Dean and Tatum boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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