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Dex

Pronunciation: [ d-EHKS ]

Boy Name #3,878 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #3878, Dex is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Dex is a boy name, recorded for 29 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-EHKS.

Parents who love the name Dex often also consider Della, Delia, Dessie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #3,878
Total SSA Count: 29

Alternative Spellings

Dexter #722 Dexton #4084

Similar Names

Della Delia Dessie Dena Deborah Dessa Delilah Dell

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dex

Is Dex a boy or girl name?

Dex is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Dex?

Dex is pronounced d-EHKS.

How popular is the name Dex?

Dex is currently ranked #3878 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Dex a common or rare name?

Dex is an uncommon name, ranked #3878 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Dex

Dex is a boy name .

Dex is currently ranked #3,878 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Dex include Dexter, Dexton . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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