Greyson 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

Greyson Rank #127
Dean Rank #142

Greyson is more popular, ranked #127 vs #142 for Dean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greyson or Dean more popular?

Greyson is more popular, ranked #127 compared to Dean at #142 in the United States.

What do Greyson and Dean mean?

Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Greyson and Dean boy or girl names?

Greyson is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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