What Does the Name Denis Mean
The name Denis comes from French roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Denis below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Denis Name Meaning
French, Russian, English, German, Czech, Slovak, Slovene, Romanian, CroatianFrom Denys or Denis, the medieval French forms of DIONYSIUS. Saint Denis was a 3rd-century missionary to Gaul and the first bishop of Paris....
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