Dexter Beal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dexter Beal — Latin
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dexter Beal is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Dexter is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Dexter is an English masculine given name. It is a transferred use of a surname derived from the Old English word deagestre, meaning “dyer of cloth.” Dexter is also a Latin term meaning skillful. Usage of the name might have increased in the Anglosphere due to well-known figures such as American politician Samuel Dexter (1761–1816) and wealthy American eccentric and author Timothy Dexter (1747–1806). The surname Beal: Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1. Dexter is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dexter reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dexter

Latin

Dexter is an English masculine given name. It is a transferred use of a surname derived from the Old English word deagestre, meaning “dyer of cloth.” Dexter is also a Latin term meaning skillful. Usage of the name might have increased in the Anglosphere due to well-known figures such as American politician Samuel Dexter (1761–1816) and wealthy American eccentric and author Timothy Dexter (1747–1806).

Surname: Beal

English

Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dexter is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dexter by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dexter Beal

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dexter Beal:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dexter?
The first name Dexter originates from Latin. Dexter is an English masculine given name. It is a transferred use of a surname derived from the Old English word deagestre, meaning “dyer of cloth.” Dexter is also a Latin term meaning skillful. Usage of the name might have increased in the Anglosphere due to well-known figures such as American politician Samuel Dexter (1761–1816) and wealthy American eccentric and author Timothy Dexter (1747–1806).
When was Dexter most popular?
The name Dexter reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Beal?
The surname Beal originates from English. Andrew Beal (born 1952), American billionaire Arthur Harold Beal (1896–1992), creator of Nitt Witt Ridge Bradley Beal (born 1993), American basketball player Brandon Beal (born 1983), American singer, songwriter, & producer Brea Beal (born 2000), American basketball player Dana Beal (born 1947), American social and political activist Ernest Frederick Beal (1885–1918), English war hero, recipient of the Victoria Cross Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal (1840–1916), American ornithologist Harry Beal (1930–2021), American Navy SEAL Jack Beal (1931–2013), English painter James Hartley Beal (1861–1.
What are the origins of the name Dexter Beal?
The name Dexter Beal combines two different traditions: the first name Dexter has Latin roots, while the surname Beal originates from English.
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