Denzel
Denzel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɛnzɛl/
Meaning and origin of Denzel
- A male given name popularized by actor Denzel Washington
How popular is Denzel?
Since 1880, 41 girls and 11,738 boys in the U.S. have been named Denzel (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3636 in 1916. Its highest rank for boys was #311 in 1993. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Denzel
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Denzel FAQ
What does the name Denzel mean?
A male given name popularized by actor Denzel Washington
How popular is the name Denzel?
Since 1880, 41 girls and 11,738 boys in the U.S. have been named Denzel (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3636 in 1916. Its highest rank for boys was #311 in 1993. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Denzel a boy or girl name?
Denzel is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 41 girls and 11,738 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.