Stetson 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

Stetson Rank #155
Dean Rank #142

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #155 for Stetson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stetson or Dean more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Stetson at #155 in the United States.

What do Stetson and Dean mean?

Stetson means "son of Stephen, crown bearer" (Old English origin). Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin).

Are Stetson and Dean boy or girl names?

Stetson is primarily a boy name. Dean is primarily a boy name.

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