Latin · Boy name
Dexter
“right-handed, fortunate”
About the name Dexter
The name Dexter comes from the Latin word ‘dexter’, meaning ‘right-handed’ or ‘fortunate’. The name has been associated with various notable figures, including Dexter Gordon, a famous jazz musician. In modern culture, Dexter has gained recognition through television and literature, often symbolizing intelligence and resourcefulness.
- Meaning
- right-handed, fortunate
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DEK-ster(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Dexter
- Dexter James
- Dexter Alexander
- Dexter Michael
- Dexter Thomas
- Dexter Eli
Questions about Dexter
- What does Dexter mean?
- Dexter is a Latin name meaning "right-handed, fortunate".
- How do you pronounce Dexter?
- Dexter is pronounced DEK-ster, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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