Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Denisse has its roots in French and Greek, meaning 'follower of Dionysus.' It evolved from the name Dionysios to Denis, and eventually to Denisse. The name is recognized for its modernity and elegance, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dəˈnɪs/
Origin
French
Etymology
Denisse is derived from the name Denis, which is of Greek origin, stemming from 'Dionysios,' meaning 'follower of Dionysus,' the Greek god of wine and festivity.
Meaning
follower of Dionysus
Language Evolution
Dionysios, Denis, Denisse
Historical Usage
Denisse gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking countries and later spread to other cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Denis, Denise, Denna
Modern Popularity & Image
Denisse is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and charm.
Famous People
Denisse DiMarino, Denisse Fajardo
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 319 peak births in 2020
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8676th of 12526 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5156th of 19264 | 164 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1273rd of 27321 | 1,979 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1116th of 35406 | 3,384 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1537th of 30306 | 1,714 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female 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) |
- |
91.79% 3197th/3483 |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.48% 1934th/3685 |
22.10% 989th/4475 |
22.85% 1187th/5194 |
11.94% 754th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.66% 1817th/4582 |
20.68% 1068th/5164 |
15.58% 1139th/7313 |
9.85% 735th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.99% 2430th/3984 |
34.43% 1545th/4487 |
19.70% 1344th/6822 |
19.09% 1198th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Arizona across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5156th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1273rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1116th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1537th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.