"of Dionysus, follower of Zeus"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Danis
Pronunciation: [ d-AHN-eez ]
Boy Name
#12,959 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A saints name with ancient Greek festive roots
English
Slavic
Danish
American
Classic
Traditional
Strong
Meaning & Origin
"dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
The Story of Danis
Danis is a variant spelling of Denis/Dennis, which derives from the Greek Dionysios — the name of the god of wine and festivity, Dionysus. The name spread through the Christian saint Denis (Dionysius the Areopagite), the patron saint of France, who was beheaded in Paris around 258 AD. The hill where he reportedly carried his own head is now called Montmartre.
The Danis spelling is rare, but Denis and Dennis were common 20th-century names. The variant Danis appears primarily in Central European countries (Bosnia, Croatia, Czechia) and occasionally in the US as a modern variant.
Saint Denis is the patron saint of France, and the Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris is the traditional burial place of French kings. The name carries deep Francophone and Catholic heritage.
Fun Facts
- Saint Denis carried his own severed head while preaching — one of the most dramatic martyrdom stories in Christian tradition
- Montmartre in Paris means hill of the martyr named after Saint Denis
- Dionysus, the Greek god ancestor of this name, was celebrated at massive festivals called Dionysia
Danis in Other Languages
French
Denis
German
Denis
Bosnian
Danis
Russian
Денис
Spanish
Dionisio
Popularity Over Time
#12,959
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
Peaked 1970
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Danis
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Denis Villeneuve
Other
1967
Canadian film director known for Dune, Arrival, and Blade Runner 2049
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Saint Denis of Paris
Religious
210
Early Christian martyr and patron saint of France, first Bishop of Paris, beheaded around 258 AD
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #12,959
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- English Slavic Danish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dan
Dani
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danis
What does the name Danis mean?
"of Dionysus, follower of Zeus" (from Greek). "dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)" (from Ancient Greek). Danis is a variant spelling of Denis/Dennis, which derives from the Greek Dionysios — the name of the god of wine and festivity, Dionysus. The name spread through the Christian saint Denis (Dionysius the Areopagite), the patron saint of France, who was beheaded in Paris around 258 AD. The hill where he reportedly carried his own head is now called Montmartre.
What is the origin of the name Danis?
Danis has Greek, Ancient Greek, English, Slavic, Danish, and American origins. In Greek, it means "of Dionysus, follower of Zeus". In Ancient Greek, it means "dedicated to Dionysus (god of wine)".
Is Danis a boy or girl name?
Danis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #12959. As a girl name, it is ranked #47974. Danis is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Danis?
Danis is pronounced d-AHN-eez.
How popular is the name Danis?
Danis is currently ranked #12959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danis?
Common nicknames for Danis include Dan and Dani.
What are good middle names for Danis?
Popular middle name pairings include Danis Michael, Danis Alexander, Danis James, Danis Thomas, and Danis Robert.
What are good sibling names for Danis?
Names that pair well with Danis as siblings include Dennis, Denis, Marcus, Elena, and Diana.
How many syllables does Danis have?
Danis has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Danis a common or rare name?
Danis is an uncommon name, ranked #12959 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Danis
Danis is a boy name with English, Slavic, Danish, and American origins . The name means "of Dionysus, follower of Zeus" in Greek .
Is Danis a boy or girl name? Danis is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,959 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #47,974. Danis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Danis is currently ranked #12,959 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Danis has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AHN-eez, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Danis include Dan and Dani. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danis include Daniel, Danilo, Dani, Daniyal, Daniil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.