Bruce vs Dennis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

English French German Irish

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Bruce Rank #540

Dennis Rank #708

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #708 for Dennis.

Is Bruce or Dennis more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Dennis mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin).

Are Bruce and Dennis boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Dennis is primarily a boy name.