"of Dionysus, follower of Zeus"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Danis
Pronunciation: [ d-AHN-eez ]
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"dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
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The Story of Danis
Danis is a variant spelling of Denis/Dennis, which derives from the Greek Dionysios — the name of the god of wine and festivity, Dionysus. The name spread through the Christian saint Denis (Dionysius the Areopagite), the patron saint of France, who was beheaded in Paris around 258 AD. The hill where he reportedly carried his own head is now called Montmartre.
The Danis spelling is rare, but Denis and Dennis were common 20th-century names. The variant Danis appears primarily in Central European countries (Bosnia, Croatia, Czechia) and occasionally in the US as a modern variant.
Saint Denis is the patron saint of France, and the Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris is the traditional burial place of French kings. The name carries deep Francophone and Catholic heritage.
Historical Record
Danis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 143 babies have been named Danis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Danis is past its peak , currently ranked #12,959 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Denis carried his own severed head while preaching — one of the most dramatic martyrdom stories in Christian tradition
- Montmartre in Paris means hill of the martyr named after Saint Denis
- Dionysus, the Greek god ancestor of this name, was celebrated at massive festivals called Dionysia
Danis in Other Languages
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Danis
Russian
Денис
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Dionisio
Popularity Over Time
#12,959
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Early Christian martyr and patron saint of France, first Bishop of Paris, beheaded around 258 AD
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #12,959
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- English Slavic Danish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danis
What does the name Danis mean?
"of Dionysus, follower of Zeus" (from Greek). "dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)" (from Ancient Greek). Danis is a variant spelling of Denis/Dennis, which derives from the Greek Dionysios — the name of the god of wine and festivity, Dionysus. The name spread through the Christian saint Denis (Dionysius the Areopagite), the patron saint of France, who was beheaded in Paris around 258 AD. The hill where he reportedly carried his own head is now called Montmartre.
What is the origin of the name Danis?
Danis has Greek, Ancient Greek, English, Slavic, Danish, and American origins. In Greek, it means "of Dionysus, follower of Zeus". In Ancient Greek, it means "dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)".
Is Danis a boy or girl name?
Danis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #12959. As a girl name, it is ranked #47974. Danis is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Danis?
Danis is pronounced d-AHN-eez.
How popular is the name Danis?
Danis is currently ranked #12959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danis?
Common nicknames for Danis include Dan and Dani.
What are good middle names for Danis?
Popular middle name pairings include Danis Michael, Danis Alexander, Danis James, Danis Thomas, and Danis Robert.
What are good sibling names for Danis?
Names that pair well with Danis as siblings include Dennis, Denis, Marcus, Elena, and Diana.
How many syllables does Danis have?
Danis has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Danis a common or rare name?
Danis is an uncommon name, ranked #12959 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Danis
Danis is a boy name with English, Slavic, Danish, and American origins . The name means "of Dionysus, follower of Zeus" in Greek .
Is Danis a boy or girl name? Danis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,959 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #47,974. Danis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Danis is currently ranked #12,959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Danis has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AHN-eez, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Danis include Dan and Dani. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danis include Daniel, Danilo, Dani, Daniyal, Daniil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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