US Popularity Rank: 17557

Origin: French

Meaning: Of Dennis; Follower of Dionysius

You have found a rare gem with the name Denys. A variation of Dennis, this boy's name has French origins, meaning "follower of Dionysus." Famously known as the god of wine and fruitfulness, Dionysus was mostly venerated along the Mediterranean. As a surname, Denys hails from the Champagne region of France, which is famous for producing exclusive wines that were associated with royalty in the past. With a name like Denys, baby is sure to grow up knowing their worth and reveling in all of life's adventures.