Denver
Denver: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɛnvɚ/
Meaning and origin of Denver
- A male given name transferred from the place name or surname.
Etymology
Named after James W. Denver. The surname Denver ultimately derives from Old English Dene-fær ("crossing or passing of the Danes"), from Dene + fær; or alternatively from den-ōfer ("valley-bank"), from denu + ofer.
How popular is Denver?
Since 1880, 4,235 girls and 19,178 boys in the U.S. have been named Denver (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #778 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #422 in 1919. In 2025 it ranked #518 for boys, with 904 babies given the name.
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Denver FAQ
What does the name Denver mean?
A male given name transferred from the place name or surname. Named after James W. Denver. The surname Denver ultimately derives from Old English Dene-fær ("crossing or passing of the Danes"), from Dene + fær; or alternatively from den-ōfer ("valley-bank"), from denu + ofer.
What is the origin of the name Denver?
Denver is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Denver?
Since 1880, 4,235 girls and 19,178 boys in the U.S. have been named Denver (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #778 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #422 in 1919. In 2025 it ranked #518 for boys, with 904 babies given the name.
Is Denver a boy or girl name?
Denver is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,235 girls and 19,178 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.