How Many People Are Named Denys?

Complete statistics for the name Denys: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Denys
Very Rare
Ukrainian

Denys is a very rare female name, with only 597 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 553,082 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 1988 with 30 births, and now it's seen as a declining, newer-generation name.

~373
Living in US
1 in 888,604
Americans
1988
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Ukrainian
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Determined Compassionate
22
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 22 are believed to be natural leaders and visionaries, destined for great achievements.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

126,504
Worldwide Bearers
#8,211
Global Rank
🇺🇦 Ukraine
94,670
🇷🇼 Rwanda
6,526
🇧🇷 Brazil
3,963
🇨🇴 Colombia
3,652
🇻🇪 Venezuela
3,307
🇨🇦 Canada
2,093
🇺🇸 United States
1,358
🇵🇪 Peru
1,043
🇭🇳 Honduras
928
🇫🇷 France
901

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
198 (33%)
♀ Female
398 (67%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 39
218
Would be under 30 (34%)
339
Would be 30–60 (54%)
75
Would be over 60 (12%)

All 632 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: 1988

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
37
Modern Appeal
73
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Denys Through the Generations

Denys has been around for decades but never reached widespread popularity. With 597 living individuals in the US, it's clear that it's a niche choice. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 34% under 30, 54% between 30 and 60, and 12% over 60, indicating a modern name that's still gaining traction among younger generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 35

✨ Similar Names to Denys

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Denys's Ukrainian roots

📄 About the Name Denys

How Many People Have the Name Denys?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 373 people in the United States currently share the name Denys. That works out to roughly 1 in every 888,604 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Denys a Common or Rare Name?

Denys 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.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Denys in SSA data, approximately 33% are male and 67% are female.

When Was Denys Most Popular?

The name Denys reached peak popularity in 1988, with 30 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 Denys?

Approximately 373 people named Denys live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 373. That works out to roughly 1 in 888,604 Americans.

Is Denys a rare name?

Denys is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 888,604 Americans has this name.

What does the name Denys mean?

The meaning and origin of Denys are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Denys more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 33% of people named Denys are male and 67% are female.

When was Denys most popular?

Denys peaked in 1988 with 30 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US373
All-Time Births373
1 in X1 in 888,604
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age39
Peak Year1988
World Rank#8,211
Male %33%
Female %67%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.