Denise Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Denise Name at a Glance

Name	Denise
Meaning	The feminine form of Dennis, from the Latin name Dionysia, or the Greek Dionysus.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Denise Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Denise means “The feminine form of Dennis, from the Latin name Dionysia, or the Greek Dionysus”. 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.

Denise Name Origin

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

Is Denise a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Denise

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