Dexter

Dexter has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Dexter isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Naming your dog Dexter is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Dexter was, in the past month, the 195th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Dexter is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Dexter was viewed 175 times, and liked 2 times.

The map below shows Dexter's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Dexter is most adored in New Mexico, Nebraska and Montana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Nevada and South Carolina.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dexter.

Most popular breeds named Dexter:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. German Shepherd
3. Chihuahua
4. Dachshund
5. Beagle

Dexter is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Popular in the 1800s, this moniker nods to vintage charm and nostalgia.

posh

Originating from Latin, it signifies right-handed, skillful, and high-class.

hipster

Popularized by a quirky TV scientist, it's unconventional yet trendy.

gothic

The name is associated with dark, mysterious themes from the TV show about a serial killer.

intelligent

Dexter means skilled and right-handed, suggesting quick learning and agility.

british

Derived from Old English, means "right-handed" or "fortunate".

cute

Evokes playful charm, referencing a beloved TV scientist and cartoon character.