| Meaning | right-handed, skilled |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Dex-ter |
The name Dexter has an origin rooted in the Latin word "dexter," signifying skillfulness and dexterity. It is a name that exudes a sense of cleverness and proficiency, making it a unique choice for your baby boy.
With its historical association as a surname for those who were adept or right-handed, Dexter carries a distinctive meaning. It embodies traits of agility, craftsmanship, and clever problem-solving abilities.
The name Dexter has variations like Dex, Dexton, and Daxton, providing parents with options to personalize the name further. Its similar names, such as Declan and Xavier, share a sense of individuality and strength.
Famous personalities bearing the name Dexter include athletes, musicians, actors, and writers. From Dexter Fowler's baseball prowess to Dexter Morgan's intriguing character in the TV series, this name has left its mark in various domains.
If you're looking for a name that combines skillfulness with a touch of uniqueness, Dexter is a fantastic choice for your little boy. It will imbue him with a sense of capability and ingenuity right from the start.
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| Dexter Fowler | American professional baseball player |
| Dexter Jackson | American professional bodybuilder |
| Dexter Gordon | American jazz saxophonist |
| Dexter Manley | Former professional football player |
| Dexter King | Son of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King |
| Dexter Lawrence | American professional football player |
| Dexter St. Louis | Trinidadian table tennis player |
| Dexter Williams | American football player |
| Dexter Lumis | American professional wrestler |
| Dexter Roberts | American country singer |
| Dexter Pittman | American basketball player |
| Dexter Holland | American musician |
| Dexter Fletcher | English actor |
| Dexter Scott King | Son of Martin Luther King Jr |
| Dexter Filkins | American journalist and author |
| Dexter Morgan | Dexter TV series |
| Dexter Grif | Red vs. Blue web series |
| Dexter Jettster | Star Wars - Episode II - Attack of the Clones |
| Dexter Reed | The Pagemaster |
| Dexter Riley | The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes |
| Dexter Reilly | The Strongest Man in the World |
| Dexter, a character in the animated series "Dexter's Laboratory" | |
| Dexter, a character in the book "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" by C.S. Lewis | |
| Dexter, a character in the video game "BloodRayne" | |
| Dexter, a character in the movie "Space Chimps" | |
| Dexter, a character in the TV series "Power" | |
| Dexter Stanley, a character in the movie "The Talented Mr. Ripley" | |
| Dexter Haven, a character in the movie "The Philadelphia Story" | |
| Dexter, a character in the book "One Day" by David Nicholls | |
| Dexter, a character in the movie "Paycheck" | |
| Dexter, a character in the video game "Infamous 2" | |
| Dexter, a character in the TV series "Grimm" | |
| Dexter, a character in the movie "Robots" | |
| Dexter, a character in the TV series "Skins" | |
| Dexter, a character in the book "Dexter's Final Cut" by Jeff Lindsay |