Dennis
d(en)-nis
Popularity:1335
Origin:Greek
Meaning:follower of Dionysus
Dennis is a boy's name of Greek origin. Both a surname and given name, it means "follower of Dionysus." In Greek mythology, Dionysus was the son of Zeus and Semele. He is also the god of fertility and wine. If you're inspired by ancient folklore or magical myths, a name like Dennis is a worthy contender for your little boy. For variety, you can spell it as Denys or Denis and shorten it to Denny.
Famous People Named Dennis
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Dennis HopperActor
- Dennis MartínezBaseball Player
- Dennis MillerComedian
- Dennis QuaidActor
- Dennis RodmanBasketball Player
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