Dex

Dex Meaning & Origin

About Dex
The name "Dex" is a shortened form of the name Dexter, which has English origins. It is derived from the Latin word "dexter," meaning "right-handed" or "skilled." As a standalone name, Dex carries a similar meaning, representing someone who is skillful, adept, or talented. It is often associated with individuals who possess dexterity, agility, and a natural ability to excel in various endeavors.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Dex are male.

Dex Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -22.86% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
TKS
🗽 NYSIIS
DA
🔊 Soundex
D020
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
D EH1 K S
🌐 IPA
/dɛks/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('TKS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
D200

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Dex in Braille

Here's how to represent Dex in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Dex in braille

How to Spell the Name Dex in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Dex using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Dex in sign language

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