Dex Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dex Name at a Glance

Name	Dex
Meaning	Variant of Dexter 'right-handed.'.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dex Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dex means “Variant of Dexter 'right-handed”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dex Name Origin

Our database records Dex under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dex a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dex is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dex

When considering Dex for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.