Denim
Denim is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
From Nîmes; referring to the strong cotton twill fabric.
Origin and history
Denim is a modern American word name derived from the sturdy cotton twill fabric historically produced in Nîmes, France (de Nîmes). It has gained traction in recent decades as a trendy, unisex vocabulary name, particularly for boys. Its usage in the United States has seen a notable increase in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,721 babies in the United States have been named Denim since 1880. It ranks #2482 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1057.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.5 %)
- LA (14.5 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- FL (9 %)
- GA (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 26 |
| 1980-1990 | 16 |
| 1990-2000 | 62 |
| 2000-2010 | 546 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,018 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,053 |
Fun facts
- The word denim originates from the French phrase 'serge de Nîmes', referring to a sturdy fabric made in the town of Nîmes.
- The name has seen significant growth in the United States, with a substantial portion of its total recorded births occurring since 2020.