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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From the Cornish place name Denzell, thought to mean 'stronghold' or 'high fort'
- Origin
- Cornish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DEN-zul
Denzel is a worldly boy's name of Cornish origin, taken from the Cornish place name Denzell, which is thought to mean 'stronghold' or 'high fort'. It's pronounced DEN-zul.
Meaning & Origin of Denzel
Meaning: From the Cornish place name Denzell, thought to mean 'stronghold' or 'high fort'.
Origin: Cornish.
How to Pronounce Denzel
DEN-zulIPA /ˈdɛnzəl/
Popularity of Denzel
Denzel peaked at #311 in 1993, when 864 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1034 with a count of 215.
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FAQ
What does the name Denzel mean?
From the Cornish place name Denzell, thought to mean ‘stronghold’ or ‘high fort’.
How do you pronounce Denzel?
Denzel is pronounced DEN-zul (IPA: /ˈdɛnzəl/).
Is Denzel a popular name right now?
Denzel peaked at #311 in 1993 and is ranked #1034 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1906–2024.)
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