Denson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Denson is an Old English name meaning 'son of Den'. It evolved from the surname Dennis, which has Greek origins. The name reflects traits of creativity and individuality and gained popularity in the 19th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Denson"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛn.sən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Denson is derived from a surname that originally meant 'son of Den', where 'Den' is a diminutive of the given name 'Dennis'. The name Dennis itself comes from the Greek name 'Dionysios', which means 'follower of Dionysus', the Greek god of wine and festivity.
Meaning
son of Den
Language Evolution
Dennis, Denson
Historical Usage
The name Denson gained popularity in England during the 19th century as a surname that transitioned into a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dennis, Denny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Denson is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Denson W. McMillan, an American politician, Denson D. L. Vickers, a noted artist
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Denson Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 13 peak births in 1926
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Denson"
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 "Denson"
"Denson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3034th of 7545 | 119 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3110th of 6773 | 109 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3496th of 7552 | 101 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5780th of 10718 | 47 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18006th of 24088 | 17 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15145th of 23106 | 27 |
Regional Popularity of "Denson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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96.75% 2289th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Denson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Denson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Denson" 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 of "Denson" in the United States
The name Denson is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Denson has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Denson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3034th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3110th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3496th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5780th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18006th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15145th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Denson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.