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Jericho 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

Jericho Rank #905
Denzel Rank #1,036

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 vs #1036 for Denzel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jericho or Denzel more popular?

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 compared to Denzel at #1036 in the United States.

What do Jericho and Denzel mean?

Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin). Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin).

Are Jericho and Denzel boy or girl names?

Jericho is primarily a boy name. Denzel is primarily a boy name.

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