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Jon vs Denzel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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

Jon Rank #893
Denzel Rank #1,036

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1036 for Denzel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Denzel more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Denzel at #1036 in the United States.

What do Jon and Denzel mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin).

Are Jon and Denzel boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Denzel is primarily a boy name.

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