Deneka
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Deneka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 183 babies have been named Deneka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deneka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,560 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,560
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Deneka
Deneka is a girl name .
Deneka is currently ranked #8,560 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deneka include Den, Dene, Deney, Deneie, Dey, Deie, and Denkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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