Dennison
Dennison is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Denis (which ultimately derives from Dionysus, meaning follower of Dionysus).
Origin and history
Dennison is an English surname-derived given name meaning 'son of Denis'. Historically rooted in Middle English patronymics, it has been used moderately as a masculine given name in the United States. It remains a rare choice, appealing to parents looking for a classic patronymic alternative to Dennis or Jackson.
Popularity in the United States
760 babies in the United States have been named Dennison since 1880. It ranks #3916 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1908.
States where it is most popular
- NM (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 19 |
| 1920-1930 | 56 |
| 1930-1940 | 27 |
| 1940-1950 | 71 |
| 1950-1960 | 83 |
| 1960-1970 | 78 |
| 1970-1980 | 95 |
| 1980-1990 | 118 |
| 1990-2000 | 78 |
| 2000-2010 | 62 |
| 2010-2019 | 54 |
| 2020-2029 | 19 |
Nicknames
Denny, Dennis
Fun facts
- Dennison developed as a Anglo-Norman and Middle English surname indicating 'son of Denis'.
- Despite its familiar sound, fewer than 800 boys have been given the name Dennison in the U.S. since 1880.