Denise
Denise is the French feminine form of Dennis, derived from Dionysius, the Greek god of wine, revelry, and celebration. The name carries connotations of joy and festivity with its ancient mythological roots.
Current Popularity
#1894 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Popular in the 1960s-70s, giving it a vintage charm
- •The 's' is pronounced as 'z' in the French style
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
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Denise Lewis
Olympic gold medalist in heptathlon
Denise Van Outen
British actress and television presenter
Statistics
373,296
Total births since 1880
1961
Peak year
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