Holding steady.
Popularity of Denai since 1978
Babies named Denai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Denai is a rare American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1978. It saw its peak usage in 2001, though even then it was not common enough to rank among the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been stable, indicating consistent but infrequent use. The name may be a respelling of Denae or a modern coinage, likely influenced by the popular -ai ending seen in names like Kai and Nai. Despite its rarity, Denai has a straightforward pronunciation and a soft, modern feel.
Denai is a modern American name, first recorded in 1978. It appears to be a respelling or variant of Denae, which itself may be a feminization of Dana or a blend with the popular -ai suffix. Its usage has remained stable but rare, peaking in 2001.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deni, Nai
Sibling names for Denai
Names that share Denai's style, for a brother or sister.
