Denny
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Denny
Denny as a feminine name is a diminutive form of names like Denise, Danielle, or Deandra. Though more commonly used as a masculine nickname for Dennis, its use for girls represents the modern trend of gender-fluid naming. The name has English origins and ultimately derives from the Greek name Dionysus, the god of wine and revelry. As a feminine name, Denny has a friendly, approachable quality with a touch of tomboyish charm. It's relatively uncommon for girls, giving it a distinctive edge. Parents might choose Denny for its simplicity, two-syllable rhythm, and casual, unpretentious feel that transitions well from childhood to adulthood.
Denny for boys#4284 US
Fast-food chain, no longer a baby.
Pronounced DEN-ee.
As of October 2026, Denny ranked #12471 in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #3011 in 1959.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #2,720 | 44 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #2,573 | 48 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #3,544 | 31 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #3,396 | 33 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #3,313 | 34 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #3,508 | 32 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #4,038 | 26 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #3,554 | 32 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #3,730 | 30 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #4,444 | 23 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #4,284 | 24 |
World rankings
Denny for boys
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American baseball pitcher
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Canadian Olympic speed skater
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Denny in pop culture
- Denny'sBoy
American diner chain
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character in TV series "Boston Legal"
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character in TV series "The Killing"
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character in movie "Stand By Me"
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character in the movie "The Spirit"
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character in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy"
- Denny Wilson Boy
Character on ABC's "9-1-1"