Denese
Denese is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,935 in the US, popular nicknames include Den, Dey, and Denie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Denese first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,464 babies have been named Denese in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Denese is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,935 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,935
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Denese
Denese is a girl name .
Denese is currently ranked #66,935 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Denese include Den, Dey, Denie, and Deneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis