Tennyson
Tennyson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Dennis.
Origin and history
Tennyson is an English surname turned given name, historically meaning son of Dennis. Associated strongly with the Victorian poet Lord Alfred Tennyson, it has gained modern appeal as a literary surname name. In the United States, it remains a rare but recognizable choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,188 babies in the United States have been named Tennyson since 1880. It ranks #3508 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1764.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44 %)
- TX (41 %)
- CO (5 %)
- NC (5 %)
- UT (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 60 |
| 1920-1930 | 64 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 40 |
| 1950-1960 | 36 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 50 |
| 1980-1990 | 18 |
| 1990-2000 | 95 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 401 |
| 2020-2029 | 163 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely associated with Alfred, Lord Tennyson, one of the most famous British Poets Laureate of the Victorian era.
- Through Dennis, the name traces ultimate roots back to Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and revelry.