Flynn vs Dennis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Dennis Rank #708

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 vs #738 for Flynn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Dennis more popular?

Dennis is more popular, ranked #708 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Dennis mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin).

Are Flynn and Dennis boy or girl names?

Flynn is primarily a boy name. Dennis is primarily a boy name.

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