DENNES
Dennes
Dennes is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to medieval times in the British Isles. The name is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon descent, and variations such as Dennys, Denny, and Dennison have been recorded.
The etymology of the name suggests that it may have derived from the Old English personal name Æthelwine, meaning "noble friend". Over time, it evolved into surnames like Dennes as a way of identifying individuals or families.
The Dennes surname has been scattered across various regions of England, with historical records showing concentrations in counties such as Essex, Kent, and Sussex. Notable individuals bearing the surname have contributed to different fields, including politics, literature, and business.
Research into the history and significance of the Dennes name continues to be a subject of interest for genealogists and historians. The evolution of the name and its variations over the centuries provides insights into the social and cultural landscape of England's past.
There are approximately 132 people named Dennes in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dennes.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrew
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Royston
- William
Female
- Antonia
- Catherine
- Cynthia
- Hilary
- Jessica
- Judy
- Kathryn
- Linda
- Lorna
- Nicola
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.