Dennis
Meaning of Dennis
The name Dennis is of Greek origin, derived from the name Dionysios, which means "follower of Dionysius," the Greek god of wine and revelry. Pronounced as DEN-is (/ˈdɛn.ɪs/), Dennis has been a popular male name for many decades in English-speaking countries. Notable variations include Denis. The name has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States over the years, peaking significantly during the mid-20th century before gradually declining in recent years. Famous bearers of the name include Dennis Quaid, an acclaimed actor, and Dennis Rodman, a renowned basketball player. The name carries connotations of strength and resilience, often associated with individuals who possess a charismatic and lively personality.
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- Pronunced as DEN-is (/ˈdɛn.ɪs/)
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Notable People Named Dennis
| John Dennis Hastert is a former American politician and educator who served as the 51st Speaker of the United States House of Representatives and was later convicted as a sex offender. |
| Dennis Carl Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys, was a renowned American musician and drummer, known for embodying the "California Myth" and his association with the Manson Family. |
| Dennis Lee Hopper was an American actor and film director known for his iconic roles as mentally disturbed outsiders and rebels, as well as his acclaimed photography career. |
| Dennis William Quaid is a renowned American actor known for his leading roles in film and television, and was recognized by The Guardian as one of the best actors never to have received an Academy Award nomination. |
| Dennis Gile - Dennis "Joseph" Gile is a former American football quarterback known for his time with the New England Patriots and the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and is now a renowned private quarterback coach based in Scottsdale, Arizona. |
| Dennis Trillo, also known as Abelardo Dennis Florencio Ho, is a Filipino actor, model, and recording artist, recognized for his role in the groundbreaking series "My Husband's Lover" and as an exclusive talent of GMA Network. |
| Dennis Lehane is an American author known for his mystery novels, some of which have been adapted into successful films. |
| Dennis Gregory Pitta Jr. is a former professional football player known for his career as a tight end with the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL, earning accolades during his time at BYU and facing challenges due to injuries later in his career. |
| Dennis Earl Green was a highly successful American football coach, known for leading the Minnesota Vikings to eight playoff appearances in nine years during his 10-season NFL career. |
| Dennis Eichhorn - Dennis P. Eichhorn was an American writer famous for his adult-oriented autobiographical comic book series Real Stuff, which often delved into themes of sex, drugs, and alcohol, drawing comparisons to Jack Kerouac, Ken Kesey, and Charles Bukowski. |
| Dennis Kamakahi - Dennis David Kahekilimamaoikalanikeha Kamakahi was a renowned Hawaiian slack key guitarist, three-time Grammy Award winner, and Christian minister who was inducted into the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame in 2009. |
| Dennis James was a prominent American television personality and philanthropist, known for his extensive career in television and as the host of the first network game show, Cash and Carry. |
| Dennis Farina - Donaldo Gugliermo "Dennis" Farina was a renowned American actor and former Chicago police detective. |
| Dennis Beynon Lee is a Canadian poet, teacher, editor, and critic, as well as a renowned children's writer famous for his book of children's rhymes, Alligator Pie. |
| Dennis Anthony Tito is an American engineer and entrepreneur who made history as the first space tourist to fund his own trip to the International Space Station in 2001. |
