Boy name
Dede name meaning
“younger sibling, dear little child”
Dede is a male given name of Sundanese origin meaning “younger sibling” or “dear little child”. It comes from the Sundanese word dede, an affectionate way of addressing a younger sibling or small child. This affectionate address later became a given name, retaining the meaning of the original term.
What does Dede mean?
Younger sibling, dear little child
In Indonesian: adik, anak kecil tersayang
Origin and cultural usage of Dede
From Sundanese dede, an affectionate address for a younger sibling or small child, later used as a given name.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Dede
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dede, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Dede as a first name
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Dede Alfandy
Interpretation
May this beloved little child grow into an honored person.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Alfandy: sir, respected person
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Interpretation
May this beloved child become a leader bringing fortune to his descendants.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Manggala: leader, bringer of good fortune
- Bani: children, descendants; brave
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Interpretation
May this beloved little child grow healthy with radiant brilliance.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Teja: radiance, brilliance
- Bagas: healthy and vigorous
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Dede Radityo
Interpretation
May this beloved little child shine brightly like the sun.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Radityo: the sun
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Interpretation
May this beloved little son grow into a strong ruler.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Richardo: strong ruler
- Saputera: son, boy
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Dede Wiratama
Interpretation
May this beloved little child grow into an outstanding knight.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Wiratama: an outstanding warrior
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Interpretation
May this beloved son grow steadfast and strong when facing difficulties.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Syaputra: son, male child
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Dede Bina
Interpretation
May this beloved child grow with the ability to build and develop.Meaning of each word
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Bina: to build and develop
Dede as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this beloved little son grow into a victorious knight.Meaning of each word
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Putrajaya: a victorious son
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May this beloved child possess counsel, authority, loyalty, and honor.Meaning of each word
- Renaldi: counsel and power
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Setiaji: loyalty and honor
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Interpretation
May this beloved child bring peace and remain firm in judgment.Meaning of each word
- Jeffrey: peace
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Reinhard: firm in counsel
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Interpretation
May this beloved child become a strong ruler with increasing abundance.Meaning of each word
- Zidane: increase, abundance
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Richardo: strong ruler
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Interpretation
A beloved child practicing inner concentration beside the vast ocean.Meaning of each word
- Samudra: a vast ocean
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Yogi: yoga practitioner, ascetic
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Interpretation
May this beloved little child cross the water accompanied by joy.Meaning of each word
- Airlangga: one who crosses water
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
- Joy: a feeling of delight, gladness
Dede as a last name
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Andrian Dede
Interpretation
A picture of a beloved little child connected to Hadria.Meaning of each word
- Andrian: from Hadria
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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Interpretation
May this beloved child grow courteous, humble, and full of nobility.Meaning of each word
- Winata: humble, well-mannered
- Shri: splendor, beauty, prosperity
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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Interpretation
A beloved child of beautiful, magnificent appearance whose commands are respected.Meaning of each word
- Andika: an authoritative command or decree
- Ferial: beautiful and majestic in appearance
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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Interpretation
May this beloved child in February bring restoration after loss.Meaning of each word
- Febria: associated with February
- Gibran: restoration, compensation for loss
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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Pramana Dede
Interpretation
May this beloved little child become a meaningful foundation of knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Pramana: measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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Manggala Dede
Interpretation
May this beloved little child become a leader who brings good fortune.Meaning of each word
- Manggala: leader, bringer of good fortune
- Dede: younger sibling, dear little child
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How to pronounce Dede
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dədə/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦺꦢꦺ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮨᮓᮨ |
Is Dede a boy’s name?
Yes, Dede is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 84% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Dede ranks #165 among boy names in our data sample (105 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Dede
Famous people named Dede
- Dede Oetomo · b. 1953
- Dede Supriatna · b. 1971
- Dede Yusuf · b. 1966
- Dede Sulaiman · b. 1986
- Dede Rosyada · b. 1958
- Dede Sulaeman · b. 1956
- Dede Indra Permana · b. 1982
- Dede Ferdiansyah · b. 1998
- Dede Mulyana
- Dede Rusamsi · b. 1957
- Dede Sapari · b. 2004
- Dede Satria
FAQ about the name Dede
What is the meaning of Dede?
Dede means younger sibling, dear little child. From Sundanese dede, an affectionate address for a younger sibling or small child, later used as a given name.
Is Dede a boy’s name?
Yes, Dede is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 84% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dede?
Dede is of Sundanese origin.
How many syllables does Dede have?
Dede has 2 syllables (De-de) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dede?
Dede ranks #165 among boy names in our data sample (105 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Dede?
Some ideas: Dede Alfandy; Satria Dede Putrajaya; Andrian Dede.
Famous people named Dede?
Notable people named Dede include Dede Oetomo, Dede Supriatna, Dede Yusuf.
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