Denis
boy name#1708 in 2025Denis entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #277 in 1952, ranks #1708 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1708
rank today
#277
peak (1952)
95
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #707 |
| 1890s | #781 |
| 1900s | #979 |
| 1910s | #1037 |
| 1920s | #872 |
| 1930s | #471 |
| 1940s | #326 |
| 1950s | #333 |
| 1960s | #476 |
| 1970s | #712 |
| 1980s | #915 |
| 1990s | #1109 |
| 2000s | #1170 |
| 2010s | #1515 |
| 2020s | #1666 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Denis has been most popular in TX, FL, NY.
Living bearers
About 14,500 people named Denis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Denis alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Denis in 2025?
- Denis ranks #1708 among US boy names in 2025, with 95 babies given the name.
- When was the name Denis most popular?
- Denis peaked in 1952, reaching #277 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Denis with classmates?
- Denis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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