Dent
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Dent is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Dent is an English surname derived from a place name, meaning "a valley" or "a tooth-shaped hill."”, and peaked in popularity in 1922.
What Dent Means
“Dent is an English surname derived from a place name, meaning "a valley" or "a tooth-shaped hill."”
The Story of Dent
An English surname rooted in the very landscape, a name of simple, enduring strength.
Dent is an English surname originating from a place name, meaning 'a valley' or 'a tooth-shaped hill.' First recorded in 1918, it saw a brief surge in popularity, peaking in 1922, evoking a sense of solid, natural forms.
This name is for a son who will possess a straightforward strength and honest character. You imagine him as reliable and true, a simple yet strong presence in your life.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#9 in 1922
Total Births
71
First Recorded
1918
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