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Denise

Name Origin

Denise is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from Dionysios, the Greek god of wine and revelry. It carries connotations of joy, celebration, and merriment.

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Famous People

Denise Richards (1971-)

Actress, Model

  • Starred in films like Starship Troopers and Wild Things
  • Appeared on reality TV shows like The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Denise Scott Brown (1931-)

Architect, Urban Planner

  • Pritzker Prize laureate (awarded with Robert Venturi and Steven Izenour)
  • Known for postmodern architectural designs like the Vanna Venturi House

Denise Austin (1957-)

Fitness instructor, author

    Denise Lewis (1972-)

    Athlete (heptathlete)

    • Olympic gold medalist

    Similar Names

    Denyse

    Sibling Names

    Audrey

    Both Audrey and Denise have a classic, elegant French feel.

    Claire

    Similar in style to Denise, Claire is another timeless and sophisticated name with French origins.

    Sylvie

    Both Sylvie and Denise share a whimsical, feminine quality with a hint of vintage charm.