Dennie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEN-ee / /ˈdɛni/English; Dutch
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Dennis; Dutch: Follower of Dionysius
Historical & Cultural Background
Dennie is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Dennis, which has roots in the Greek name Dionysios. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has a friendly and approachable sound, making it a popular choice for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Dennie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Denny
- Den
International Variants
- Denis (French)
- Dénes (Hungarian)
- Dinis (Portuguese)
Famous people named Dennie
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Fictional characters named Dennie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dennie was first seen in the United States in 1881. Dennie has ranked as high as #876 nationally, which occurred in 1946, and has been most popular in Kentucky, West Virginia, Tennessee, Ohio, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Dennie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dennie (1976)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 11 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 23 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 35 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 34 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 34 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 26 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 31 |
| 1931 | 39 |
| 1932 | 41 |
| 1933 | 32 |
| 1934 | 43 |
| 1935 | 65 |
| 1936 | 39 |
| 1937 | 45 |
| 1938 | 62 |
| 1939 | 63 |
| 1940 | 54 |
| 1941 | 53 |
| 1942 | 69 |
| 1943 | 77 |
| 1944 | 69 |
| 1945 | 76 |
| 1946 | 96 |
| 1947 | 84 |
| 1948 | 65 |
| 1949 | 68 |
| 1950 | 68 |
| 1951 | 80 |
| 1952 | 69 |
| 1953 | 62 |
| 1954 | 72 |
| 1955 | 87 |
| 1956 | 73 |
| 1957 | 61 |
| 1958 | 87 |
| 1959 | 84 |
| 1960 | 61 |
| 1961 | 64 |
| 1962 | 52 |
| 1963 | 59 |
| 1964 | 58 |
| 1965 | 58 |
| 1966 | 47 |
| 1967 | 58 |
| 1968 | 50 |
| 1969 | 68 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 39 |
| 1972 | 39 |
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |