Girl · 758th of 19,264
Denice
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
10,649
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1957
Peak Popularity Year
450
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Denice stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Denice originates from the Latin name Denis, which comes from the Greek Dionysios, meaning 'follower of Dionysus'. The name has evolved through historical forms and is associated with traits of creativity and individuality. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variant of Denise.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dəˈniːs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Denice is derived from the Latin name 'Denis', which is rooted in the Greek name 'Dionysios', meaning 'follower of Dionysus', the Greek god of wine, fertility, and festivity.
Meaning
follower of Dionysus
Language Evolution
Dionysios, Denis, Denice
Historical Usage
Denice gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century, often as a feminine variation of the name Denise.
Variants & Derivatives
Denise, Denny, Deni
Modern Popularity & Image
Denice is viewed as a modern and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Denice D. Adkins, American author, Denice K. Adkins, American educator
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 450 peak births in 1957
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 19 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6300th of 9107 | 25 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2298th of 9204 | 254 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 540th of 12526 | 5,665 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 758th of 19264 | 3,083 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1904th of 27321 | 1,073 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4419th of 35406 | 490 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14506th of 30306 | 59 |