Holding steady.
Popularity of Densel since 1915
Babies named Densel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 15 |
| 1920s | 47 |
| 1930s | 18 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Densel is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, during a period when many unusual given names were coined or adapted from surnames. Its peak year was 1921, though exact numbers are unavailable as it never entered the national top 1,000. The name's trajectory has been stable since then, appearing only occasionally. Densel is likely a variant of Denzel, a Cornish surname brought into use as a first name. Its obscurity makes it a distinctive choice for those seeking a name with historical roots but little modern usage.
Densel is a rare given name that appears to be a variant of Denzel, itself a Cornish surname derived from the place name Denzell, which may mean 'fort' or 'hill fort' in the Cornish language. The name saw sporadic use in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, with a peak in 1921. It has since become exceptionally uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Den, Denny
Variants: Denzel
Sibling names for Densel
Names that share Densel's style, for a brother or sister.
