The nameDennis
Dennis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
- Boy's name
- Greek
Meaning
From the Greek Dionysios, "devoted to Dionysus".
Origin
Greek.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1950s.
Popularity of the name Dennis
Dennis in France
5402ndmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1993peak year (25 births)
530babies named Dennis in France since 1900
Dennis was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 140 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Dennis. Its rise began around 1951, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Dennis in France were born before 1996.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dennis mean?
From the Greek Dionysios, "devoted to Dionysus".
What is the origin of the name Dennis?
Greek.
Is Dennis a girl's or a boy's name?
Dennis is a boy's name.