Boy
Denton
town in the valley
About Denton
Strong Anglo-Saxon roots ground this name in solid tradition while keeping it refreshingly uncommon. The surname-as-first-name trend works particularly well here, offering sophistication without pretension. It has a sturdy, dependable quality that suggests reliability and substance. The name works across professional contexts while remaining personable enough for everyday life. Parents seeking something distinguished but not stuffy often gravitate toward choices like this. It pairs exceptionally well with both classic and modern middle names, demonstrating its versatility. The two-syllable structure makes it easy to use while still feeling substantial and complete, never leaving others wanting more information or clarification.
Popularity of the Name Denton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1881 | #723 |
| 1888 | #949 |
| 1897 | #738 |
| 1908 | #896 |
| 1931 | #1000 |
| 1935 | #925 |
| 1939 | #891 |
| 1942 | #797 |
| 1943 | #962 |
| 1944 | #994 |
| 1945 | #903 |
| 1946 | #926 |
| 1950 | #919 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Denton
- Denten
- Dentin
- Dentyn
- Dantyn
- Dantin
- Dentun
- Dantun
Names Similar to Denton
Nicknames for Denton
- Dent
- Den
- Tony
- D.T.
Famous People Named Denton
| Denton Cooley | Renowned American heart surgeon |
| Denton A. Cooley Jr. | American lawyer and politician |
| Denton R. Holmgren | American economist |
| Denton Welch | English writer and painter |
| Denton True "Cy" Young | Legendary American baseball player |
| Denton Lotz | American Baptist leader |
| Denton Fox | American jazz musician |
| Denton T. "Cy" Cobb | American lawyer and politician |
| Denton J. Dailey | American biochemist |
| Denton McKane | American artist |
| Denton Watson | Australian rules footballer |
| Denton Adkinson | American musician |
| Denton Delinquents | British rock band |
| Denton Crisp | British journalist |
| Denton Spencer | American actor |
| Denton Woodworth | American educator |
| Denton Young | American author and historian |
| Denton Fender | Canadian politician |
| Denton R. Gentry | American chemist |
Characters Named Denton
| Denton Van Zan | Character from the movie "Reign of Fire" |
| Denton Corker Marshall | Character from the book "The Gift of Rain" by Tan Twan Eng |
| Denton Weissman | Character from the book "Super Sad True Love Story" by Gary Shteyngart |
| Denton Little | Protagonist of the book "Denton Little's Deathdate" by Lance Rubin |
| Denton Keane | Character from the TV series "Dead to Me" |
| Denton Webb | Character from the movie "You Get Me" |
| Denton Wetherhold | Character from the movie "Smart People" |
| Denton Chalmers | Character from the TV series "Parks and Recreation" |
| Denton Fixx | Character from the book "Mistress Masham's Repose" by T.H. White |
| Denton Katsumoto | Character from the movie "The Last Samurai" |
| Denton Baxter | Character from the book "Twice Upon a Time" by James Riley |
| Denton Morris | Character from the TV series "Unforgettable" |
| Denton Welch | Character from the book "Denton Welch - The Making of a Writer" by Michael De-la-Noy |
| Denton Vartus | Character from the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Denton Yelchin | Character from the movie "Fright Night" |
| Denton Rook | Character from the TV series "Being Human" |
| Denton Littlesmith | Character from the book "The Clue in the Corn Maze" by Carolyn Keene |
| Denton Greaves | Character from the TV series "Blood Drive" |
| Denton Judd | Character from the movie "Malibu's Most Wanted" |