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Dennis vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#708
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dennis Rank #708
Raul Rank #610

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 vs #708 for Dennis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Raul more popular?

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Raul mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Dennis and Raul boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.

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