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Gender
Masculine
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Origin of the Name Dexter
Old English; Latin
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Usage of the Name Dexter
English
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Meaning of the Name Dexter
The name Dexter has two meanings:
1. It is derived from an Old English occupational surname meaning "dyer".
2. It can also be derived from the Latin word "dexter" meaning "right" (as opposed to left) or "right-handed".
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Famous Bearers
Bearers of the name include Dexter Gordon (1923 - 1990), an American jazz saxophonist;
Dexter Holland (born 1965), an American musician, singer, and guitarist for the American punk band The Offspring;
Dexter Fletcher (born 1966), an English actor;
Dexter Blackstock (born 1986), an England footballer.
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