Girl
Denise
follower of Dionysus
About Denise
A classic selection with enduring sophistication, this name has graced generations with its elegant simplicity. Its straightforward pronunciation eliminates potential confusion while maintaining a polished presence. The name carries a mature, professional quality that serves well in academic and career settings. There's an understated confidence in choosing a name that doesn't follow fleeting trends but instead relies on timeless appeal. It works seamlessly across cultural boundaries and linguistic backgrounds. The single-word structure provides clarity and strength without unnecessary embellishment. Parents who select this name often appreciate its no-nonsense character combined with feminine grace. It offers versatility in both formal and casual contexts, never feeling out of place. The name has proven its longevity through decades of consistent use while maintaining dignity and respect. It represents a sensible yet beautiful choice for any family.
Popularity of the Name Denise
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1882 | #940 | ||||
| 1920 | #931 | ||||
| 1926 | #964 | ||||
| 1927 | #837 | ||||
| 1928 | #761 | ||||
| 1929 | #679 | ||||
| 1930 | #773 | ||||
| 1931 | #658 | ||||
| 1932 | #607 | ||||
| 1933 | #617 | ||||
| 1934 | #580 | ||||
| 1935 | #511 | #148 | |||
| 1936 | #451 | #183 | |||
| 1937 | #404 | #129 | |||
| 1938 | #436 | #143 | |||
| 1939 | #420 | #136 | |||
| 1940 | #362 | #101 | |||
| 1941 | #358 | #96 | |||
| 1942 | #328 | #77 | |||
| 1943 | #328 | #89 | |||
| 1944 | #322 | #73 | |||
| 1945 | #273 | #76 | |||
| 1946 | #169 | #30 | |||
| 1947 | #170 | #31 | |||
| 1948 | #147 | #41 | |||
| 1949 | #140 | #49 | |||
| 1950 | #82 | #41 | |||
| 1951 | #48 | #40 | |||
| 1952 | #33 | #39 | |||
| 1953 | #31 | #44 | |||
| 1954 | #24 | #36 | |||
| 1955 | #23 | #32 | |||
| 1956 | #23 | #37 | |||
| 1957 | #25 | #32 | |||
| 1958 | #27 | #28 | |||
| 1959 | #29 | #28 | |||
| 1960 | #29 | #23 | |||
| 1961 | #30 | #27 | |||
| 1962 | #30 | #36 | |||
| 1963 | #27 | #32 | |||
| 1964 | #25 | #25 | #56 | ||
| 1965 | #28 | #26 | #51 | ||
| 1966 | #32 | #34 | #42 | ||
| 1967 | #34 | #36 | #43 | ||
| 1968 | #35 | #46 | #44 | ||
| 1969 | #35 | #57 | #39 | ||
| 1970 | #36 | #81 | #32 | ||
| 1971 | #36 | #60 | #33 | ||
| 1972 | #35 | #63 | #37 | ||
| 1973 | #38 | #85 | #34 | ||
| 1974 | #53 | #116 | #36 | ||
| 1975 | #64 | #117 | #35 | ||
| 1976 | #69 | #122 | #37 | ||
| 1977 | #78 | #156 | #42 | ||
| 1978 | #85 | #175 | #35 | ||
| 1979 | #92 | #205 | #39 | ||
| 1980 | #95 | #180 | #36 | ||
| 1981 | #96 | #178 | #31 | ||
| 1982 | #100 | #211 | #37 | ||
| 1983 | #109 | #255 | #37 | ||
| 1984 | #115 | #219 | #40 | ||
| 1985 | #120 | #260 | #52 | ||
| 1986 | #128 | #234 | #49 | ||
| 1987 | #132 | #47 | |||
| 1988 | #139 | #390 | #37 | ||
| 1989 | #145 | #257 | #31 | ||
| 1990 | #152 | #290 | #41 | ||
| 1991 | #172 | #290 | #52 | #308 | |
| 1992 | #188 | #404 | #62 | #361 | |
| 1993 | #201 | #74 | #344 | ||
| 1994 | #211 | #69 | #462 | ||
| 1995 | #216 | #107 | #433 | ||
| 1996 | #229 | #116 | #436 | ||
| 1997 | #271 | #771 | #353 | #121 | #527 |
| 1998 | #303 | #567 | #142 | #477 | |
| 1999 | #322 | #197 | #639 | ||
| 2000 | #329 | #184 | #709 | ||
| 2001 | #298 | #899 | #167 | #602 | |
| 2002 | #321 | #824 | #293 | #703 | |
| 2003 | #326 | #738 | #339 | #481 | |
| 2004 | #354 | #970 | #724 | #919 | |
| 2005 | #342 | #959 | #327 | ||
| 2006 | #380 | #329 | #853 | ||
| 2007 | #371 | #565 | #937 | ||
| 2008 | #365 | #554 | |||
| 2009 | #450 | #545 | |||
| 2010 | #488 | #685 | |||
| 2011 | #610 | ||||
| 2012 | #685 | #620 | |||
| 2013 | #757 | #936 | |||
| 2014 | #780 | #905 | |||
| 2015 | #997 | #906 | |||
| 2020 | #877 | #848 | |||
| 2017 | #756 | ||||
| 2018 | #753 | ||||
| 2019 | #891 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Denise
- Deniece
- Denisa
- Denize
- Dionisia
- Dionysia
- Denyse
Names Similar to Denise
Nicknames for Denise
- Deni
- Nisi
- Dee
- Denny
Famous People Named Denise
| Denise Richards | American actress |
| Denise Van Outen | British actress and TV presenter |
| Denise Crosby | American actress |
| Denise Austin | American fitness expert |
| Denise DuBarry | American actress and producer |
| Denise Lewis | British Olympic heptathlete |
| Denise Biellmann | Swiss figure skater |
| Denise Nicholas | American actress and author |
| Denise Scott Brown | American architect and planner |
| Denise Chaila | Irish-Zambian rapper and songwriter |
| Denise Ho | Hong Kong singer and activist |
| Denise Grayson | American comic book writer |
| Denise LaSalle | American blues singer |
| Denise Hooper | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Denise Herrmann | German biathlete |
| Denise Thiem | Spanish murder victim, honored as a pilgrim |
| Denise Cronenberg | Canadian costume designer |
| Denise Epstein | French resistance member and philanthropist |
| Denise Mina | Scottish crime writer |
| Denise Dresser | Mexican political analyst and writer |
Characters Named Denise
| Denise Huxtable | The Cosby Show |
| Denise Porter | Friday Night Lights |
| Denise Bauer | Boston Legal |
| Denise Russo | The Good Guys |
| Denise Cloyd | The Walking Dead |
| Denise Sherwood | Army Wives |
| Denise Brown | American Crime Story - The People v. O.J. Simpson |
| Denise Fox | EastEnders |
| Denise Gaines | Dr. Dolittle |
| Denise Johnson | Jerry Maguire |
| Denise "Jinx" Lombardi | G.I. Jane |
| Denise Renaldo | The Brady Bunch Movie |
| Denise "Gran" Greenwood | Blackadder II |
| Denise Winters | House of Cards |
| Denise Martin | The Devil Wears Prada |
| Denise Doolan | Water Rats |
| Denise "Smurf" Cody | Animal Kingdom |
| Denise Fleming | Being Erica |
| Denise Fields | ER |
| Denise Bryson | Twin Peaks |