Denis
Denis is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Latin and French origin, meaning “Of Dionysus”.
| Meaning | Of Dionysus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin and French |
| Pronunciation | DEN-is |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Ireland, Russia, Croatia |
Meaning and origin of Denis
Denis comes from the Greek Dionysios, 'belonging to Dionysus', the god of wine. It spread in Christian Europe through Saint Denis, the third-century bishop of Paris and martyr who became the patron saint of France. Another bearer is Dionysius the Areopagite, converted by Paul in Acts 17:34. Denis is the usual spelling in France, Ireland and much of Eastern Europe.
Is Denis a Christian name?
Denis is a Christian saint's name; Saint Denis is patron of France, and the royal Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris is named after him.
How popular is Denis?
Common in France, Ireland and much of Eastern Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Denis mean?
Denis means 'Of Dionysus'. It is of Greek, via Latin and French origin.
Is Denis a Christian name?
Denis is a Christian saint's name; Saint Denis is patron of France, and the royal Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris is named after him.
How do you pronounce Denis?
Denis is pronounced DEN-is.
Is Denis a boy or girl name?
Denis is usually a boy name.