| Meaning | son of Dennis, son of Dionysus |
| Origin | English, French, Greek |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Tennyson |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ten-ny-son |
About Tennyson
Tennyson represents a sophisticated choice for parents drawn to literary heritage and artistic expression. The name flows with a gentle rhythm, three syllables that create musicality when spoken aloud. It suggests refinement and intellectual curiosity, qualities many parents hope to nurture in their children. Tennyson feels distinguished without being pretentious, offering a balance between formality and approachability. The name has remained relatively uncommon, providing individuality in an era where many traditional names have become oversaturated. It adapts well to various nickname possibilities, though it stands strong on its own. Children named Tennyson often carry an air of creativity and thoughtfulness, whether this is influence or coincidence. The name suits someone who might appreciate poetry, music, or philosophy, though it certainly doesn't limit a child's path. For families valuing education and culture, Tennyson signals these priorities while maintaining warmth and personality.
Names Similar to Tennyson
| Tillman |
| Thomas |
| Timothy |
| Tristan |
| Theodore |
| Tobias |
| Taylor |
| Trevor |
| Terrence |
| Troy |
| Tanner |
| Tyler |
Nicknames for Tennyson
| Ten |
| Tenny |
| Sonny |
| T.S. |
Famous People Named Tennyson
| Tennyson Foss | American politician |
| Tennyson Guyer | American scientist and inventor |
| Tennyson Williams | British actor |
| Tennyson Donyéa | American singer-songwriter |
| Tennyson King | Canadian musician |
| Tennyson Bardwell | American filmmaker |
| Tennyson Lau | Hong Kong cricketer |
| Tennyson Toh | Singaporean swimmer |
| Tennyson Hallowell | American inventor |
| Tennyson Zimmermann | American artist |
| Tennyson Downey | American composer |
| Tennyson Nell | American poet |
| Tennyson Denker | American actor |
| Tennyson Whitley | British composer |
| Tennyson Turner | American politician |
| Tennyson Smith | Jamaican boxer |
| Tennyson Lynch | American football player |
| Tennyson Galloway | American basketball player |
| Tennyson Stead | American filmmaker |
Characters Named Tennyson
| Tennyson Crowe | Character from the novel "The Resurrection of Tennyson Crowe" by D.B.C. Pierre |
| Tennyson Lamarr | Character in the movie "Blazing Saddles" |
| Tennyson Rutherford | Character in the TV series "Gilmore Girls" |
| Tennyson Silk | Character in the novel "An Instance of the Fingerpost" by Iain Pears |
| Tennyson Hardwick | Character in a series of mystery novels by Blair Underwood |
| Tennyson Dyer | Character in the novel "The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet" by Becky Chambers |
| Tennyson Stark | Character in the TV series "Alphas" |
| Tennyson Zander | Character in the animated TV series "Ben 10" |
| Tennyson Magruder | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Tennyson Metaxas | Character in the novel "The Intuitionist" by Colson Whitehead |
| Tennyson Collins | Character in the movie "Bring It On - In It to Win It" |
| Tennyson Faraji | Character in the TV series "My Babysitter's a Vampire" |
| Tennyson Crow | Character in the novel "The Crow Road" by Iain Banks |
| Tennyson Thorne | Character in the TV series "The Expanse" |