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Denise

də-NEES

Popularity

#1894

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Greek

Total Births

374,664

Peak Year

#15,424 in 1961

First Recorded

1882

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Denise is a French feminine form of Dennis, derived from the Greek name Dionysius, meaning 'follower of Dionysus'. Dionysus was the god of wine and revelry.

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DennyNise

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Denise Richards

    American actress

  • Denise Crosby

    American actress

Nicknames

DennyNise

Similar Names

NicoleMichelleReneeYvette

Personality Traits

FriendlyOutgoingCharmingEnergetic

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