Dean: name meaning and origin
Dean is a English name meaning "valley". It has one syllable, and is traditionally a boy's name.
Middle names that flow with Dean
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All middle names for Dean, by length and meaning →
- Dean Adam of the earth
- Dean Adrian from Hadria; of the sea
- Dean Barnaby son of consolation
- Dean Benjamin son of the right hand
- Dean Caleb wholehearted, devoted
- Dean Callum dove
- Dean Daniel God is my judge
- Dean Darius holder of good
Sibling names for Dean
- Dean & Hazel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Ivy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Lee Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Lily Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Mae Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Reed Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & River Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Dean & Wade Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
Nicknames for Dean
No traditional nickname; Dean is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Deany.
Names with a similar meaning
Questions about Dean
What does the name Dean mean?
Dean is a English name meaning "valley".
How many syllables are in Dean?
Dean has one syllable (Dean).
What are nicknames for Dean?
Dean has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Deany.
Is Dean a boy's or girl's name?
Dean is traditionally a boy's name.