Dennis
Meaning: Follower of Dionysus or wild
Origin: Greek/French
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #173
Total births: 2,300
History: Dennis peaked in the 1960s in Australia. Dennis Lillee was one of the most fearsome fast bowlers in cricket history — his partnership with Jeff Thomson terrorized batsmen worldwide. Dennis means Australian pace bowling at its most terrifying.
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| Current rank (1970) | #100 |
| Babies named Dennis in 1970 | 69 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,300 |
| Peak year | 1952 (328 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #34 |
| Years in records | 1952–1970 (19 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 24 spots |
Frequently asked about Dennis
What does the name Dennis mean?
Dennis means “Follower of Dionysus or wild” from Greek/French roots.
What is the origin of the name Dennis?
Dennis has Greek/French origin. The traditional meaning is “Follower of Dionysus or wild”.
How popular is Dennis in Australia?
Dennis ranked #100 in Australia in 1970 — given to 69 babies that year.
When was Dennis most popular?
Dennis peaked in 1952 with 328 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Dennis a boy or girl name?
Dennis is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Denniss in registered births are male.
Is the name Dennis rising or falling in popularity?
Dennis has fallen 24 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #76 in 1965 to #100 in 1970.
How long has Dennis been recorded in Australia?
Dennis appears in birth records in Australia across 19 years — from 1952 through 1970.