Deny
Pronunciation: [ d-ihn-EYE ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Deny first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 140 babies have been named Deny in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deny is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,008 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,008
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Old French origin
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Norman French origin
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Hebrew origin
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Old English origin
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis