Denys
girl nameDenys entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #3456 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#3456
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4915 |
| 1950s | #4316 |
| 1960s | #4489 |
| 1970s | #4798 |
| 1980s | #7210 |
| 1990s | #9748 |
| 2000s | #11457 |
| 2010s | #14959 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Denys are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Denys alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Denys in 2025?
- Denys is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Denys most popular?
- Denys peaked in 1968, reaching #3456 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Denys with classmates?
- Denys will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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