Dennis Pellerin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dennis Pellerin — of Dionysus
623K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dennis Pellerin is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Dennis is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Dionysios, the name of the god of wine (Dionysus). Via Latin Dionysius and French Denis. The surname Pellerin: People with the surname Fleur Pellerin (born 1973), French politician Giles Pellerin (1906–1998), American college football fan; notable for having attended 797 consecutive USC football games over a period of 73 years Guy Pellerin (born 1971), Canadian hockey referee Joseph Pellerin (1684–1782), French Intendant-General of the Navy, first Commissioner of the Navy Krystin Pellerin (born 1983), Canadian stage and film actress Scott Pellerin (born 1970), Canadian ice hockey player Saint-Pellerin, Eure-et-Loir, France Saint-Pellerin, Manche, France Dennis is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 623K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dennis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dennis

Meaning: of Dionysus

Greek

From the Greek Dionysios, the name of the god of wine (Dionysus). Via Latin Dionysius and French Denis.

Surname: Pellerin

French

People with the surname Fleur Pellerin (born 1973), French politician Giles Pellerin (1906–1998), American college football fan; notable for having attended 797 consecutive USC football games over a period of 73 years Guy Pellerin (born 1971), Canadian hockey referee Joseph Pellerin (1684–1782), French Intendant-General of the Navy, first Commissioner of the Navy Krystin Pellerin (born 1983), Canadian stage and film actress Scott Pellerin (born 1970), Canadian ice hockey player Saint-Pellerin, Eure-et-Loir, France Saint-Pellerin, Manche, France

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dennis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dennis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dennis Pellerin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dennis Pellerin:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dennis?
The first name Dennis originates from Greek. From the Greek Dionysios, the name of the god of wine (Dionysus). Via Latin Dionysius and French Denis.
When was Dennis most popular?
The name Dennis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Pellerin?
The surname Pellerin originates from French. People with the surname Fleur Pellerin (born 1973), French politician Giles Pellerin (1906–1998), American college football fan; notable for having attended 797 consecutive USC football games over a period of 73 years Guy Pellerin (born 1971), Canadian hockey referee Joseph Pellerin (1684–1782), French Intendant-General of the Navy, first Commissioner of the Navy Krystin Pellerin (born 1983), Canadian stage and film actress Scott Pellerin (born 1970), Canadian ice hockey player Saint-Pellerin, Eure-et-Loir, France Saint-Pellerin, Manche, France
What are the origins of the name Dennis Pellerin?
The name Dennis Pellerin combines two different traditions: the first name Dennis has Greek roots, while the surname Pellerin originates from French.
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