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Jayce 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

Jayce Rank #169
Dean Rank #142

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #169 for Jayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayce or Dean more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Jayce at #169 in the United States.

What do Jayce and Dean mean?

Jayce means "healer" (Greek origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Jayce and Dean boy or girl names?

Jayce is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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