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Devon vs Denzel

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

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Denzel Rank #1,036

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #1036 for Denzel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Denzel more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Denzel at #1036 in the United States.

What do Devon and Denzel mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin).

Are Devon and Denzel boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Denzel is primarily a boy name.

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