Dennis: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced DEN-is · 2 syllables
From Middle English Denis, from Old French saint's name Denis, brought to England by Normans; from Latin Dionysius, a masculine name literally meaning “follower of (the wine god) Dionysus”.
- Origin
- Greek, English, French
- Pronunciation
- DEN-is
- US rank (2025)
- #707
- US babies a year
- about 402 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1940
- Style
- Vintage, Classic
How popular is Dennis?
Dennis was the #707 name in the US in 2025, given to 381 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 36% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1940.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #707 |
| England & Wales | #398 |
| Scotland | #391 |
| Northern Ireland | #392 |
| Norway | #155 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Dennis?
Half of US adults named Dennis are older than 68; most are between 34 and 83. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Dennis
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Dennis have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Dennis
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Dennis
How do you pronounce Dennis?
Dennis is pronounced DEN-is.
How popular is the name Dennis?
Dennis was the #707 name in the US in 2025, given to 381 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 36% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1940.
How old are people named Dennis?
Half of US adults named Dennis are older than 68. Most are between 34 and 83.