| Meaning | right-handed, skilled |
| Origin | Modern |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 3 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Dex |
About Dex
The name Dex is a short, punchy, and modern choice for baby boys. While it may not have a specific historical or cultural origin, it exudes a sense of charisma and strength. Dex is often used as a standalone name or as a diminutive of longer names like Dexter or Declan, providing versatility in naming options.
One of the great aspects of the name Dex is its simplicity and easy pronunciation, making it a straightforward choice for parents who appreciate uncomplicated, yet stylish names. It has a contemporary feel and pairs well with a wide range of middle names and surnames.
Whether your little Dex grows up to be a scientist, musician, athlete, or anything in between, his name will carry a unique charm that sets him apart. Its simplicity and uniqueness make it a great choice for parents seeking a distinctive name that's both trendy and timeless.
Nicknames for Dex
| De |
| Ex |
| Dexy |
| DJ |
Famous People Named Dex
| Dex Shepard | American actor and comedian |
| Dex Fowler | British musician and songwriter |
| Dex Walker | Australian athlete |
| Dex Johnson | American businessman |
| Dex Turner | Canadian author |
| Dex Mitchell | British scientist |
| Dex Patel | Indian entrepreneur |
| Dex Nguyen | Vietnamese chef |
| Dex Rodriguez | Puerto Rican artist |
| Dex Chang | Taiwanese actor |
| Dex Taylor | Australian filmmaker |
| Dex Li | Chinese mathematician |
| Dex Martin | American politician |
| Dex Brown | British journalist |
| Dex Smith | American athlete |
| Dex Williams | Canadian actor |
| Dex King | British musician |
| Dex Davis | American lawyer |
| Dex Hall | Australian engineer |
| Dex Garcia | Mexican musician |
Characters Named Dex
| Dex Morgan | Character from the TV show "Home and Away" |
| Dex Parios | Character from the TV series "Stumptown" |
| Dex Dogtective | Character from the animated film "Foodfight!" |
| Dex Stewart | Character from the animated series "SWAT Kats - The Radical Squadron" |
| Dex Wilden | Character from the novel "The Bone Season" by Samantha Shannon |
| Dex Fargo | Character from the video game "Cyberpunk 2077" |
| Dex Starr | A fictional cat character from DC Comics |
| Dex Zeng | Character from the TV series "Harrow" |
| Dex Slaveship | Character from the novel "The Hunt for Red October" by Tom Clancy |
| Dex Foley | Character from the TV series "The Adventures of Pete & Pete" |
| Dex Delany | Character from the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Dex Wilson | Character from the video game "Deus Ex - Human Revolution" |
| Dex Green | Character from the TV series "CSI - NY" |
| Dex Myers | Character from the TV series "The Following" |
| Dex Ter | Character from the TV series "Earth 2" |
| Dex Loew | Character from the TV series "Lie to Me" |
| Dex Wheeler | Character from the TV series "Fangbone!" |
| Dex Dexter | Character from the animated series "The Legend of Tarzan" |
| Dex Sawney | Character from the TV series "Time Trax" |
| Dex Flynn | Character from the video game "Watch Dogs" |