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Dene

Boy name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Dene: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 1987.

Dene is a name with deep roots in the Scottish landscape, most likely derived from the Old English word "denu," meaning "valley." As a given name, it essentially refers to someone who lives in or near a dene, a term still used in parts of Scotland and northern England for a narrow, wooded valley. While not connected to prominent historical figures, the name shares its etymological roots with many Scottish place names, such as Dene Water and Deneholm. It also draws a subtle connection to the River Dene in Warwickshire and the Dene Valley in County Durham. Dene is a close relative of the more familiar name Dean, sharing the same topographical origin and meaning, though Dene offers a slightly more distinctive spelling for parents seeking a nature-inspired name with quiet strength.

Boy 3 of 52 years

Peak year
19874 babies
Latest (1993)
#3783 babies
Total births
10since 1987
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1987 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).