Holding steady.
Popularity of Denee since 1955
Babies named Denee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 153 |
| 1970s | 212 |
| 1980s | 275 |
| 1990s | 171 |
| 2000s | 68 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Denee is a rare modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1955. Its peak year was 1981, after which its usage gradually declined and has remained stable at very low levels. The name's construction follows a familiar pattern, combining an initial consonant with the fashionable '-ee' ending seen in names like Renee. Because Denee has never entered the top 1,000, statistics on its frequency are limited, but it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name reminiscent of mid-century coinages.
Denee is a modern American invention, likely formed by combining the 'D' of Denise with the popular '-ee' suffix, similar to Renee. It emerged in the mid-20th century during a trend of distinctive feminine names ending in 'ee'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dee, Nee-Nee
Variants: Denae, Deneé, Dené
Sibling names for Denee
Names that share Denee's style, for a brother or sister.
