Denzel vs Foster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denzel

Boy #1,036 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high stronghold, fort on the headland"

Origin: Cornish

Cultural Roots

African-American American Cornish/English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,036
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Denzel Rank #1,036
Foster Rank #1,077

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 vs #1077 for Foster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denzel or Foster more popular?

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Denzel and Foster mean?

Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin). Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin).

Are Denzel and Foster boy or girl names?

Denzel is primarily a boy name. Foster is primarily a boy name.

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