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Denham
Pronounced DEN-um /ˈdɛ.nəm/Medium
Meaning: An English place-and-surname, 'homestead in a valley' (from denu, 'valley', + ham, 'homestead'), used as a given name. Sturdy and heritage-rich.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Denham derives from an English place-name, 'valley homestead,' turned surname and now a rare given name. It reads sturdy and distinguished — uncommon in the U.S. (said 'DEN-um').
It appears only rarely as a first name in the U.S. Extremely rare, heritage-rich, and crisp.
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What does the name Denham mean?
Denham is an English surname meaning 'homestead in a valley' (denu, 'valley,' + ham, 'homestead').
How do you pronounce Denham?
It's said DEN-um /ˈdɛ.nəm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Denham a boy or girl name?
Denham is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Denham?
Denham is an extremely rare first name in the U.S.