Denine
A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially derived from ancient plant names.
Name Census estimates that about 814 living Americans carry the first name Denine. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Denine today is around 57 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Denine births was 1964 (133 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Denine. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
814
~ 1 in 421,074 Americans
Peak year
1964
133 babies that year
Average age
57
years old
1994 SSA rank
#14,003
Tracked since 1949
Popularity
Denine: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Denine from the 1940s through to the 1990s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 519 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Denine by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Denine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Denines live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Pennsylvania, New York, California recorded the most babies named Denine, while Texas, Massachusetts, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 33 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Denine
The name Denine is believed to have its origins in the ancient Etruscan language, which was spoken in modern-day Italy during the 8th to 3rd centuries BC. It is thought to be derived from the Etruscan word "deni," meaning "to give" or "to offer." This suggests that the name may have been associated with generosity or the act of giving.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Denine can be found in a collection of Etruscan inscriptions dating back to the 5th century BC. These inscriptions were discovered in the region of Tuscany, which was once inhabited by the Etruscan civilization. The name was likely used during this period, although its exact meaning and significance within Etruscan culture remain uncertain.
During the Roman era, the name Denine appears to have fallen out of use, as the Etruscan language and culture gradually gave way to Latin and Roman influence. However, there are records of a Roman woman named Denine who lived in the 2nd century AD. She was a prominent figure in the city of Pompeii and is mentioned in several historical accounts of the time.
In the Middle Ages, the name Denine resurfaced in various parts of Europe, particularly in the region of modern-day France. One notable figure was Denine de Valois, a French noblewoman who lived in the 13th century. She was known for her philanthropic works and her support of the arts and literature.
Another historical figure with the name Denine was Denine von Altenburg, a German scholar and writer who lived in the 15th century. She was renowned for her works on philosophy and theology and was a pioneering figure in the intellectual circles of her time.
During the Renaissance period, the name Denine gained popularity among artists and intellectuals. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Denine Botticelli, an Italian painter who lived in the late 15th century. She is best known for her iconic works, such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera."
In the 18th century, Denine Leclerc was a French botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of plant life. Her work on plant taxonomy and classification earned her widespread recognition among the scientific community of her time.
Throughout history, the name Denine has been borne by individuals from various cultures and backgrounds, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and eras. While its origins can be traced back to the ancient Etruscan civilization, the name has evolved and taken on new meanings and associations over time.
People
Denine + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Denine as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Denine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Denine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 814 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Denine going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 421,074 US residents.
Is Denine a common name?
We classify Denine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 963 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Denine most popular?
The single biggest year for Denine was 1964, when 133 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Denine is about 57 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Denine a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Denine in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.