Deniz Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-NEEZ / /deˈniz/Turkish; Arabic
Meaning
Turkish: sea; Arabic: a name for a boy
Historical & Cultural Background
Deniz is a common name in Turkey, primarily used for boys. In Turkish, it translates to 'sea,' symbolizing depth and vastness. The name is also found in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it is used as a masculine name. It reflects a connection to nature and the elements.
Trend Summary
Deniz has seen moderate popularity in Turkey but is less common in other regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Denizhan
- Denizli
International Variants
- Deniz (Turkish)
- Deniz (Arabic)
Famous people named Deniz
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deniz was first seen in the United States in 1963. Deniz has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Deniz has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Deniz (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 12 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 39 |