Deneen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deneen is an Irish name meaning 'little brown,' derived from the name 'Dónn.' It has evolved through historical forms and is viewed as a unique name with Irish roots. It has gained popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century and is associated with cultural identity. The name has no biblical relevance.
The name Deneen is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deneen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Deneen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7067th out of 7552 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1049th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1235th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4942nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24119th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Deneen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deneen"
Pronunciation
/dəˈniːn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Deneen is derived from the Irish name 'Dónn' which means 'brown,' combined with the diminutive suffix '-een' indicating 'little' or 'young.'
Meaning
little brown
Language Evolution
Dónn, Deneen
Historical Usage
Deneen gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, often seen as a feminine form of the traditional Irish name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dena, Dee, Dene
Modern Popularity & Image
Deneen is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with Irish heritage and cultural identity.
Famous People
Deneen Tyler - an American actress and singer., Deneen Borelli - a conservative political commentator.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deneen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Deneen"
"Deneen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7067th of 7552 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1049th of 12526 | 1,826 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1235th of 19264 | 1,473 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4942nd of 27321 | 281 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24119th of 35406 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Deneen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Deneen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.82% 820th/2227 |
28.02% 681st/2430 |
32.25% 920th/2853 |
39.42% 1094th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.18% 1004th/2937 |
20.73% 722nd/3483 |
44.29% 1558th/3518 |
50.20% 2030th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deneen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deneen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.