Find out how popular the first name Denman has been for the last 1 years (from 1991 to 1991) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Denman by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Denman is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1991, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Denman.

The history of the first name Denman

The given name Denman is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "denu" meaning "valley" and "mann" meaning "man". It is believed to have emerged as a surname during the Middle Ages, initially referring to someone who lived in or was associated with a particular valley or dell.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Denman as a first name can be traced back to the late 16th century in England. One of the earliest known individuals with this first name was Denman Jeffries, an English merchant and trader born in 1580 in Bristol, who was involved in the early colonial trade with the Americas.

In the 17th century, Denman became a more commonly used first name among the English gentry and aristocracy. Notable figures from this period include Sir Denman Everard (1601-1680), an English politician and Member of Parliament, and Denman Seymour (1634-1697), a wealthy landowner and member of the influential Seymour family.

The 18th century saw the continued use of Denman as a first name, particularly among the upper classes. One prominent individual was Denman Wyndham (1712-1789), a British politician and Lord Chancellor of Ireland. Another was Sir Denman Radcliffe (1740-1810), a respected naval officer who served in the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars.

In the 19th century, the name Denman gained popularity beyond the English elite. Denman Ross (1853-1935) was an American scholar and linguist, renowned for his work on early Persian literature and languages. Denman Thompson (1833-1911) was a celebrated American actor and playwright, best known for his portrayal of the character "Joshua Whitcomb" in the play "The Old Homestead".

As the name Denman continued to be used throughout the 20th century, it maintained its English roots and associations with literary and artistic circles. Denman Maroney (1916-1998) was an American actor and voice artist, known for his work in films and television shows. Denman Thompson Elliott (1922-1998) was a British writer and historian, who authored several books on the history of the British Empire and the Commonwealth.

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