Dennis Stearns

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dennis Stearns — of Dionysus
623K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dennis Stearns 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 Stearns: Asahel Stearns (1774–1839), U.S. Representative from Massachusetts Betsey Ann Stearns (1830–1914), American inventor Bill Stearns (1853–1898), professional baseball pitcher Carl Leo Stearns (1892–1972), American astronomer Cassius Clement Stearns (1838–1910), American composer Charles Woodward Stearns (1817–1887), American writer Charles Thomas Stearns (1807–1898), American politician Charlotte Champe Stearns (1843–1929), social worker, poet and mother of T. S. Eliot Cheryl Stearns (b. 1955), American skydiver Clark Daniel Stearns (1870–1944), 9th Governor of American Samoa Cliff Stearns (b. 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: Stearns

English

Asahel Stearns (1774–1839), U.S. Representative from Massachusetts Betsey Ann Stearns (1830–1914), American inventor Bill Stearns (1853–1898), professional baseball pitcher Carl Leo Stearns (1892–1972), American astronomer Cassius Clement Stearns (1838–1910), American composer Charles Woodward Stearns (1817–1887), American writer Charles Thomas Stearns (1807–1898), American politician Charlotte Champe Stearns (1843–1929), social worker, poet and mother of T. S. Eliot Cheryl Stearns (b. 1955), American skydiver Clark Daniel Stearns (1870–1944), 9th Governor of American Samoa Cliff Stearns (b.

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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 Stearns

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 Stearns:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Stearns?
The surname Stearns originates from English. Asahel Stearns (1774–1839), U.S. Representative from Massachusetts Betsey Ann Stearns (1830–1914), American inventor Bill Stearns (1853–1898), professional baseball pitcher Carl Leo Stearns (1892–1972), American astronomer Cassius Clement Stearns (1838–1910), American composer Charles Woodward Stearns (1817–1887), American writer Charles Thomas Stearns (1807–1898), American politician Charlotte Champe Stearns (1843–1929), social worker, poet and mother of T. S. Eliot Cheryl Stearns (b. 1955), American skydiver Clark Daniel Stearns (1870–1944), 9th Governor of American Samoa Cliff Stearns (b.
What are the origins of the name Dennis Stearns?
The name Dennis Stearns combines two different traditions: the first name Dennis has Greek roots, while the surname Stearns originates from English.
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