Dewey name meaning
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What does Dewey mean?
Dewey's meaning is Prized, Form of David, Beloved or Dear One used for both sexes and is used chiefly in English and Welsh has its origin in Hebrew. Dewey is equivalent of David in Welsh language.
How do I pronounce Dewey?
Two syllabled Dewey is pronounced as de-wey.
Variants of Dewey
Dewie, David, Dabid, Davi, Devlyn, Angeldavid, Davidalexander, Devlynn, Angelos, Angelus, Angela, Angel
Names that rhyme with DeweyHow popular is the name Dewey?
Dewey was a popular name in United States. Over 34720 babies have been given the first name in 176 years. At its zenith in 1898, it ranked 19th when 1115 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.
But after 176 years, the name has lost its appeal a bit and is now ranking low. Additionally, the name has been in the top 50 baby names 2 times Also, Dewey is a familiar name in Philippines, Canada and DR Congo.
According to our findings, at least 30000 people have been bestowed Dewey around the globe.
| Year | Boys | Girls | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Births | Rank | Births | |
| 2018 | 3966 | 26 | ||
| 2017 | 3758 | 28 | ||
| 2016 | 5508 | 16 | ||
| 2015 | 5277 | 17 | ||
| 2014 | 5466 | 16 | ||
Facts
Dewey in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 15 | 5 | 14 | 5 |
 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 5 |
 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 5 |
Here's what numbers has to say about Dewey
You are driven by success and accomplishing everything you imagined as a child. It's like you never get angry and anything can piss you off. You like the natural flow of things. Disloyalty, dishonesty, and betrayal are things that you can't stand because you are an honest and reliable person. When it comes to life goals, you are cautious and always plan precisely your next steps. Taking into consideration your communication skills and charisma, you won't have a problem to attract attention and spread awareness. Harmony and balance matter to you.
Looking for names similar to Dewey? Please go through the following names
- Marusha - Girl name Marusha is substantially used in Greek which came from Hebrew, meaning of Marusha is "Bitterness"
- Oziell means Divine Strength aimed at boys is originated from Hebrew. Oziell is derivative of Oziel.
- Chedva - Outlandish and Contemporary girl name Chedva means "Happiness" is of Hebrew origin
- Josiahs - Josiahs's meaning is The Lord Supports and Yahweh Supports aimed at boys has its origin in Hebrew. Josiahs is resulted from Josiah.
- Cohen - Well-Known unisex name Cohen has origin in Hebrew, meaning of Cohen is "Priest" is used specifically in English. On baby boy chart, well-known Cohen ranked 305 in year 2018 in United States
Middle names for Dewey
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Sibling Names for Dewey
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Famous people named Dewey
- Dewey, first cloned deer and was born on May 23, 2003
- Dewey Tomko, American former kindergarten teacher turned professional poker player
- Dewey Phillips, was one of rock 'n' roll's pioneering disc jockeys
- Dewey Johnson, American lawyer and politician from Minnesota
- Dewey Brown, Dewey Brown Sr
- Dewey Lambdin, American nautical historical novelist
- Dewey Wade, NCAA football player and coach
- Dewey L. Hill, Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly representing the state's 20th House district
- Dewey F. Bartlett, Dewey Follett Bartlett Sr
- Dewey Redman, American saxophonist
- Dewey Warren, former American football quarterback for the University of Tennessee football team and the American Football League's Cincinnati Bengals
- Dewey Luster, American football player and coach
- Dewey Bunnell, British-American musician, singer, guitarist
- Dewey Jackson Short, Republican U.S. Representative
- Dewey Selmon, former football linebacker
- Dewey Balfa, American Cajun fiddler and singer
- Dewey Bohling, former college and professional American football player
- Dewey Williams, American professional baseball player
- Dewey 'Pigmeat' Markham in Burlesque in Harlem as
- Dewey Robinson in She Done Him Wrong as Actor
- Dewey Nicks in Slackers as Director
- Dewey Wynn in Fortune House as Actor
- Dewey Weber in Showgirls as Actor
- Dewey Bosworth is renowned for his acting in movie Thunder of Gigantic Serpent
- Dewey Martin, from 1964 adventure film Flight to Fury, who played Joe Gaines.
- Dewey Moss characterized leading role of Ben in 2003 drama film A Normal Life.
Lists having Dewey
- Boys names beginning with D
- Girls names beginning with D
- American Baby Names
- English Baby Names
- Hebrew Baby Names
- Welsh Baby Names
- Popular Boy Names in United States (1900)
- Baby Names that mean Beloved
- Baby Names that mean Dear
- Baby Names that mean One