Denver: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced DEN-ver · 2 syllables
Named after James W. Denver. The surname Denver ultimately derives from Old English Dene-faer ("crossing or passing of the Danes"), from Dene + faer; or alternatively from den-ofer ("valley-bank"), from denu + ofer.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- DEN-ver
- US rank (2025)
- #518
- US babies a year
- about 952 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Denver?
Denver was the #518 name in the US in 2025, given to 904 babies. It’s rising: up 239% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #518 |
| England & Wales | #857 |
| Scotland | #426 |
| Canada | #425 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Denver?
Half of US adults named Denver are older than 44; most are between 20 and 83. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Denver
How do you pronounce Denver?
Denver is pronounced DEN-ver.
How popular is the name Denver?
Denver was the #518 name in the US in 2025, given to 904 babies. It’s rising: up 239% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Denver?
Half of US adults named Denver are older than 44. Most are between 20 and 83.