Dannis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAN-iss / /ˈdæn.ɪs/English; Greek
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Daniel; Greek: God is my judge
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dannis is often considered a variant of the name Dennis, which has roots in the Greek name Dionysios, associated with the Greek god of wine and festivity. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name Daniel, from which Dannis is derived, has been popular in biblical contexts, symbolizing judgment and faith.
Trend Summary
The name Dannis has seen limited popularity in the United States, often overshadowed by its variants.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dennis
- Denny
International Variants
- Denis (French)
- Dinis (Portuguese)
- Denny (Scottish)
Famous people named Dannis
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dannis was first seen in the United States in 1938. Dannis has ranked as high as #957 nationally, which occurred in 1946, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dannis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dannis
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |