About The boy Cat Name Dexter

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Kitten boy name Dexter

What's The Meaning Of The Cat Name Dexter?

  • Dexter \dex-ter\ as a boy's name is pronounced DEKS-ter. It is of Latin and Old English origin, and the meaning of Dexter is "right-handed, fortunate; one who dyes". Originally from Greek "dexi" meaning "worship", which was transferred to "using the right hand", hence "dexi hand". In Old English, an occupational name from "deag estre". Football player Dexter Carter.
  • Dexter has 3 variant forms: Dex, Dexton and Dexy.
  • For more information, see also the related name Dyer.
  • Baby names that sound like Dexter are Daxton and Thaxter.
  • View a list of the 2 names that reference Dexter.

Pronunciation | Dexter is pronounced: \dex-ter\

Gender | Dexter is a boy name

Origin | The Origin of Dexter is: Latin
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