George vs Dean

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

George Rank #123
Dean Rank #142

George is more popular, ranked #123 vs #142 for Dean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or Dean more popular?

George is more popular, ranked #123 compared to Dean at #142 in the United States.

What do George and Dean mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are George and Dean boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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