Denali
d(e)-na-li
US Popularity:2914
Origin:Native American
Meaning:The high one, the tall one
Denali is a gender-neutral name that is Native American in origin. This beautiful girl or boy name derives from the eponymous mountain, which is located in Alaska. The highest peak in North America, Denali means “the high one” or “the tall one” in Kuyokan Athabascan. The mountain has been known by many names throughout the century, most recently Mount McKinley, after the 25th president of the United States. However, in 2015 the mountain was officially renamed Denali after a long campaign by the Kuyokan Athabascan people, who were the first are the first people to inhabit the area. Denali is not only a majestic choice for baby, but honours the legacy of the indigenous people of Alaska.
Denali Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Denali is currently #2513 on The Bump
Boy:Denali is currently #1731 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Denali is currently #1408 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Denali is currently #2914 in U.S. births
Boy:Denali is currently #6869 in U.S. births
Girl:Denali is currently #3826 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#3826
in 2022
+ 112
from 2021
Sources
Cambridge Dictionary, Denali
Collins Dictionary, Denali
National Geographic, Denali, October 2023
Martinson, E. McKinley no more: North America's tallest peak to be renamed Denali, September 2016
Behind the Name, Denali, April 2012
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