A 1960s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Denisa since 1952
Babies named Denisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 128 |
| 1960s | 270 |
| 1970s | 199 |
| 1980s | 121 |
| 1990s | 114 |
| 2000s | 117 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Denisa is a feminine form of Denis, itself derived from the Greek Dionysios. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1952, but it saw its greatest use during the 1960s, peaking in 1964. Since 2020, its usage has been rising, though it remains rare and is not ranked nationally. The name is particularly common in Romania, Czechia, and Slovakia. With its international flair and classic roots, Denisa offers a distinctive alternative to the more familiar Denise.
Denisa is a feminine form of Denis, which ultimately derives from the Greek name Dionysios, meaning 'follower of Dionysos'. The name has been used in France, Romania, Czechia, and Slovakia since the 20th century. Its popularity in the 1960s reflects a broader trend of feminine adaptations of masculine names.
“Denisa” around the world
Where Denisa lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deni, Nisa, Den
Sibling names for Denisa
Names that share Denisa's style, for a brother or sister.
