Origin
English (British)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Denison is a name often given to boys. Ranked #12616 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a English (British) origin and traditionally means "Son of Dennis or follower of Dionysus". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Denison
Denison originates as an English patronymic surname meaning son of Dennis. It carries connotations of steadfastness from its Greek root in Dionysus. Today it appears as a given name in British and American families seeking distinctive yet familiar options. The bearer often projects reliability and quiet confidence.
Popularity
Currently ranked #12616 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Builds solid foundations.
Values partnership.
Expresses creatively.
Seeks adventure.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Emphasizes stability and value.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Solid, trustworthy presence.
Color Aura
Deep Forest
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Oak Tree
Power Word
Stability
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Always follows through.
Grounded
Stays practical and steady.
Loyal
Values lasting bonds.
Famous People Named Denison
Denison Miller
Australian banker
Denison University founder
Philanthropist
Denison Witmer
Singer-songwriter
Denison in Pop Culture
Denison
British novel character
Denison Hart
TV series
Historical Events
1620
Early colonial surname records.
1901
Noted in British census peaks.
International Variations
Denison in Different Scripts
Денисон
Cyrillic
丹尼森
Chinese (Mandarin)
デニソン
Japanese (Katakana)
דניסון
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Denison:
Denison James
Denison Edward
Denison Thomas
Denison William
Denison Henry
Denison Alexander
Denison Charles
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common as surname in England.
Rising as first name since 1990s.
Strong British heritage feel.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.