Denver
Green valley — a boy name of English origin
Popularity of Denver in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Denver
Denver is a breezy place-name from an English village whose name means "the crossing of the Danes" or "green valley," now best known as the mile-high capital of Colorado. It rides the popular wave of American city and geography names like Memphis, Hudson, and Kingston, carrying an easy, open-road spirit and mountain-air freshness. The singer John Denver lent it a folksy, wholesome warmth. Cool yet approachable, Denver offers the friendly short form Denny. For parents drawn to adventurous, wide-open place names with a laid-back, all-American feel — modern but grounded in real English roots — Denver is a spirited, likable pick.
Denver Around the World
Denver is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants. From an English place name meaning "the crossing of the Danes" or "green valley.".
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Denver
Famous People Named Denver
- John Denver — American singer-songwriter
- Denver — the capital city of Colorado
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Denver mean?
Denver is a boy name of English origin meaning "Green valley." Denver is a breezy place-name from an English village whose name means "the crossing of the Danes" or "green valley," now best known as the mile-high capital of Colorado. It rides the popular wave of American city and geography names like Memphis, Hudson, and Kingston, carrying an easy, open-road spirit and mountain-air freshness.
How do you pronounce Denver?
Denver is pronounced DEN-ver. Common variations include Denvir.
Is Denver a boy name?
Yes, Denver is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Den, Denny.
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