Denzil
Pronunciation: [ d-EHNZ-uhl ]
Denzil is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,915 in the US, popular nicknames include Den, Dey, and Denie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Denzil first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,432 babies have been named Denzil in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Denzil is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,915 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,915
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Denzil is also used as a girl name, ranked #69359.
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About the Name Denzil
Denzil is a boy name .
Is Denzil a boy or girl name? Denzil is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,915 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #69,359. Denzil is more commonly used as a boy name.
Denzil is currently ranked #19,915 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Denzil include Den, Dey, Denie, and Denzie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Denzil include Denzel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis