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Denver

Boy · English · Medium name

Meaning
From the valley, Dane's crossing
Pronunciation
DEN-ver
Origin
English

From English surname, from Old English 'Dene' (valley) and 'ofer' (edge).

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernVintageNature-inspired

Languages in use: English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Also recorded as Gender-neutral.

Alternate spellings

  • DenverEnglish

    Same spelling; no common variant.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Denver

    Fictional

    Name of the Colorado capital city, named for James W. Denver.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, English Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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