Dex Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDeks / /dɛks/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: 'right-handed'; Greek: 'the one who is fortunate'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dex is often considered a diminutive of Dexter, which has Latin roots. Dexter was historically used to denote someone who was skilled or fortunate. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with a contemporary and cool image.
Trend Summary
Dex has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dexter
International Variants
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Famous people named Dex
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Fictional characters named Dex
Dex is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter', known for his martial arts skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dex was first seen in the United States in 1952. Dex has ranked as high as #1380 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Dex has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dex (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 29 |