Quick answer
Dexter is a boy name meaning "one who dyes; right-handed, skilled".
Pronunciation: American English /ˈdɛk.stəɹ/; British English /ˈdɛk.stə/.
Meaning and history
From an occupational surname meaning "one who dyes" in Old English. It also coincides with the Latin word dexter meaning "right-handed, skilled".
Notes and context
Usage: english