How Many People Are Named Dennise?
Complete statistics for the name Dennise: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Dennise is a very rare female name, with only 3,296 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 100,127 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2001 with 78 births, but it's now declining in usage.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 traditionally represents introspection and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 44All 3,564 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2001Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Dennise Through the Generations
Dennise has been a name that has seen its peaks and valleys over the decades. With a total of 3,564 births recorded since its inception, it's clear that Dennise has always been a niche choice. The name's current living bearers, numbering around 3,296, indicate a steady presence despite its declining trend. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fair spread, with 30% under 30, 44% aged 30-60, and 26% over 60, suggesting that while it may be less popular among younger parents, it remains a name cherished by many across different generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Dennise's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Dennise
How Many People Have the Name Dennise?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,296 people in the United States currently share the name Dennise. That works out to roughly 1 in every 100,127 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Dennise a Common or Rare Name?
Dennise is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Dennise Mean?
Dennise means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Dennise in SSA data, approximately 2% are male and 98% are female.
When Was Dennise Most Popular?
The name Dennise reached peak popularity in 2001, with 78 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Dennise?
Approximately 3,296 people named Dennise live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,564. That works out to roughly 1 in 100,127 Americans.
Is Dennise a rare name?
Dennise is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 100,127 Americans has this name.
What does the name Dennise mean?
Dennise means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Dennise more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 2% of people named Dennise are male and 98% are female.
When was Dennise most popular?
Dennise peaked in 2001 with 78 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.