boy name
Dean
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#125 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Dean in the US, 1880–2025
Dean first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1961, when 4,933 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,876.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dean a boy or a girl name?
Dean is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Dean?
In 2025, Dean ranked #125 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Dean most popular?
Dean was most popular in 1961, when about 4,933 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.