"The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly."
Christian Name · Latin Origin
Dexter Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Dexter
boy
Dexter means "Right-handed; Skillful; Dexterous", a boy's name of Latin origin. The name Dexter does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Dexter is God's right hand exalted — valiant power, everlasting pleasures, the skillful might that lifts the lowly.
Is Dexter in the Bible?
No — the name Dexter does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Right-handed; Skillful; Dexterous", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Dexter.
Pronunciation:/DEK-ster/
OriginLatin
MeaningRight-handed; Skillful; Dexterous
What does Dexter mean?
Dexter is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Right-handed; Skillful; Dexterous". Dexter is the right hand — the place of power and favor in Scripture. 'The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.' Dexter carries the skill and favor of God's mighty hand.
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What does Dexter mean in the Bible?
Dexter means "Right-handed; Skillful; Dexterous" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Dexter is the right hand — the place of power and favor in Scripture. 'The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.' Dexter carries the skill and favor of God's mighty hand.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Dexter?
Dexter is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Right-handed; Skillful; Dexterous" — not because Scripture names anyone Dexter.
"At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore."
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Which books of the Bible mention Dexter?
Dexter is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Dexter?
Dexter is God's right hand exalted — valiant power, everlasting pleasures, the skillful might that lifts the lowly.
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Dexter name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Dexter
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Dexter?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Dexter?
You can read every verse where Dexter appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.