Denise

Denise is a feminine given name. It is the French form of Denis, which itself is derived from the Latin Denisus, ultimately tracing to the Greek Dionysios, meaning “follower of Dionysos” or “devotee of Dionysus.” The English form Denise developed from the French name in the modern era. The name is used primarily in English- and French-speaking contexts and has several variants in different languages.

Variants include Denice and Denyse; in some languages it appears as Denisa or Denise with other diacritics. The name has enjoyed varying popularity, with usage rising in the mid- to late 20th century in many Western countries.

Notable people named Denise include Denise Levertov, an American poet; Denise Crosby, an American actress; Denise Richards, an American actress and television personality; and Denise Van Outen, a British actress, singer and presenter. Fictional characters: Denise Huxtable, from the television series The Cosby Show. The name remains in occasional use in contemporary English-speaking communities and continues to be associated with a range of public figures and fictional portrayals.