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Dennis

"Follower of Dionysius, divine"

About the Name Dennis

Meaning

Follower of Dionysius, divine

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

D

Dennis is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "Follower of Dionysius, divine" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with D or explore other Greek names.

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Popularity Over Time

#15
1950
#15
1960
#22
1970
#42
1980
#88
1990
#155
2000
#210
2010
#500
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Dennis

  • DR Dennis Rodman
  • Dt Dennis the Menace

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
D
Origin
Greek

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