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Current rank (2025)#1166
Babies named Denzel in 2025177
Total recorded11,780
Peak year1993 (864 babies)
Highest rank ever#311
Years in records1906–2025 (109 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 25 spots

Frequently asked about Denzel

What does the name Denzel mean?
Denzel means “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Denzel?
Denzel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning”.
How popular is Denzel?
Denzel ranked #1166 in 2025 — given to 177 babies that year.
When was Denzel most popular?
Denzel peaked in 1993 with 864 babies registered that year.
Is Denzel a boy or girl name?
Denzel is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Denzels in registered births are male.
Is the name Denzel rising or falling in popularity?
Denzel has risen 25 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1191 in 2020 to #1166 in 2025.
How long has Denzel been recorded?
Denzel appears in birth records across 109 years — from 1906 through 2025.

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