Denver

Boy's name

Denver is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "denu" meaning "valley" and "ofer" meaning "riverbank."

Meaning Dane crossing
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 633 Rising
Peak year 2022

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Denver Pyle - Actor known for "The Dukes of Hazzard."
  • Denver Broncos - NFL team based in Denver, Colorado.
  • Denver Moore - Homeless advocate and author of "Same Kind of Different as Me."
  • Denver Cuello - Professional boxer from the Philippines.
  • Denver Riggleman - Former U.S. Congressman from Virginia.
  • Denver Suttles - Chess Grandmaster from the United States.
  • Denver Levins - Musician and member of the band "The Lumineers."
  • Denver Cramer - Country music pianist and songwriter.
  • Denver Davis - Former NFL player for the Seattle Seahawks.
  • Denver Wrigley - Fictional character in the TV show "Grey's Anatomy."

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