NAME PROFILE
Denton
Denton is an English name meaning 'valley town' or 'town in the valley.' It evokes a sense of belonging and community, suggesting someone who is grounded and connected to their roots.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,143 |
| Gender | Male (17% / 83%) |
| Peak year | 1994 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 40%PA — 22%CA — 18%OK — 15%KY — 4%
Notable People
Denton Cooley (Cardiothoracic surgeon, pioneer in heart surgery) · Denton G. McNair (American politician and public servant) · Denton Ward (American football player) · Denton Taylor (Australian television presenter) · Denton D. McMahon (American artist and educator)
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