Denys
boy name#8243 in 2025Denys entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #3430 in 1944, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
#8243
rank today
#3430
peak (1944)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3430 |
| 1970s | #5680 |
| 1980s | #5612 |
| 1990s | #8078 |
| 2000s | #8930 |
| 2010s | #9860 |
| 2020s | #9309 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Denys are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Denys alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 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 ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Denys most popular?
- Denys peaked in 1944, reaching #3430 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Denys with classmates?
- Denys will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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