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Dresden
BoyMeaning of Dresden: German: 'people of the river forest'
Dresden is a boy's name most strongly associated with German naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 5046th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#5046
18 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,155
First recorded 1964 · peak 2012
Trend
falling
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
84% boys · 16% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
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