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Fox vs Denzel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Fox Rank #1,113
Denzel Rank #1,036

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Denzel more popular?

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Denzel mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin).

Are Fox and Denzel boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Denzel is primarily a boy name.

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