Rising since 1985, #2,604 for boys today.
Popularity of Deniz since 1961
Babies named Deniz per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 37 | 5 |
| 1970s | 32 | 20 |
| 1980s | 116 | 77 |
| 1990s | 152 | 144 |
| 2000s | 182 | 291 |
| 2010s | 226 | 436 |
| 2020s | 165 | 239 |
Meaning & origin
Deniz, meaning 'sea' in Turkish, is a unisex name that has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States since the mid-1980s, a trend that accelerated after the year 2000. In 2025, it ranked No. 2604, with a one-in-34,162 birth rate, reflecting its niche but growing appeal. The name reached its peak rank in 2019, the same year it saw its highest number of births. Its simplicity and evocative meaning have made it most popular in Florida, California, and Texas, states with large Turkish-American populations or a taste for nature-inspired names. As a modern, global choice, Deniz fits alongside other short, internationally familiar names like Kai or Nova.
Deniz derives directly from the Turkish word 'deniz' meaning 'sea'. It is used as a given name in Turkish-speaking regions, including Turkey and Azerbaijan, and has gained modest usage in other countries as a gender-neutral option. The name reflects a connection to nature, similar to other Turkish names like Ege (Aegean) or Yıldız (star).
Where Deniz is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Deniz” around the world
Where Deniz lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Sibling names for Deniz
Names that share Deniz's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Aylin, Derya, Ekin, Maya, Su, Asli, Aysel, Defne, Dilara, Melek, Nazli, Yasemin, Adalet, Melis, Miray, Nihan, Arzu, Duru, Mavi, Meral, Ruya, Seher, Selen, Selin
Brothers: Alp, Efe, Kaan, Mert, Rüzgar, Aydin, Evren, Aylan, Can, Erol, Kerem, Berk, Ege, Onur, Orhan, Taylan, Altan, Aras, Cem, Erdem, Kuzey, Levent, Mete, Sarp, Senay, Teoman, Zekai
