Dennis is a masculine given name that has its roots in Greek and is a form of the French name Denis. As a given name as well as a surname, it is a name that means “follower of Dionysus.” Dionysus was the god of growth, fertility, and wine in Greek mythology. Furthermore, he was the son of Zeus and Semele. Names like Dennis are great options for little boys whose inspiration comes from fantastical tales and old mythology. You can shorten it to Denny or Denys to make it more interesting.
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| Samuel | Benjamin |
| Gregory | Jonathan |
| Nicholas | Alexander |
| Lawrence | Vincent |
| Harrison | Nathaniel |
| Harrison | Theodore |
| Christopher | Mitchell |
| Maxwell |
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Dennis? Great choices include the following:
| Victor | Nora |
| Eliza | Roland |
| Oscar | Sylvia |
| Greta | Evelyn |
| Leon | Clara |
| Julian | Felix |
| Audrey | Martin |