Denny

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The meaning of Denny depends on its origin. As a variation of Dennis, it means "follower of Dionysus". As a surname of Scottish or Irish origin, it means "descendant of Aodhagáin" or "descendant of Donnchadh".
Pronunciation
DEHN-ee
DEN-ee or DEN-ee.
Popularity
Denny is not ranked among the top 1000 baby names in the USA, but has been used occasionally since the 1940s. It is also popular in other countries, such as Scotland and Ireland, where it has been used as a surname for centuries.

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Denny Name meanings & History

The name Denny has multiple origins. It can be a variation of the name Dennis, which originates from the Greek name Dionysios, meaning "follower of Dionysus". Alternatively, it can also be a surname of Scottish or Irish origin, meaning "descendant of Aodhagáin" or "descendant of Donnchadh". The meaning of Denny depends on its origin. As a variation of Dennis, it means "follower of Dionysus". As a surname of Scottish or Irish origin, it means "descendant of Aodhagáin" or "descendant of Donnchadh". Diminutive of Dennis. Denny is a versatile name that can suit different personalities and styles. It can be used as a standalone name, or as a nickname or a shortened form of other names. It is often associated with friendly, approachable, and down-to-earth personalities.

Zodiac Sign of Denny: Domestic Cancer

Synonyms of Denny:

D: Determined,Domestic,Demanding,Doting,Daddy,Dutiful

E: Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate,Enliven,Enlighten,Expressive

N: Nice,Nitpicking,Neurosis,Nagging,Nervous,Nutrition,Neat

Y: Yin/Yang,Youth-giving,Yen/money

Denny is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Informal name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Some notable people with the name Denny include Denny Hamlin (American race car driver), Denny Duquette (a fictional character in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy"), and Denny Crum (American college basketball coach).

2.) Denny (Male)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) short for Dennis; fun-loving

Other Forms: Den, Denee, Deni, Denney, Denni


3.) Denny (Male)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) a familiar form of Dennis.

Other Forms: Den, Deni, Denie, Denney, Denni, Dennie, Deny


4.) Denny (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: The Dane’s village; servant of Dionysus

Other Forms: Denney


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