Denis Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Denis Name at a Glance

Name	Denis
Meaning	From the Latin Dionysos or Dionysus, referring to the Greek god of wine.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Denis Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Denis means “From the Latin Dionysos or Dionysus, referring to the Greek god of wine”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Denis Name Origin

Our database records Denis under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Denis a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Denis is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Denis

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