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Denilson

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Denilson Pronunciation

Denilson is pronounced deh-NEEL-son /dɛˈnil.sɔn/Medium

Meaning: Brazilian -son name, likely 'son of Denilo/Daniel' (Hebrew, 'God is my judge'); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Brazilian and bright: Denilson is a -son name linked to Daniel ('God is my judge') — made famous by football. Rhythmic, warm, and modern.
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Origin MediumPortuguese, Hebrew
MeaningBrazilian -son name, likely 'son of Denilo/Daniel' (Hebrew, 'God is my judge'); routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#4210 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 713

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200219972024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Denilson is a Brazilian -son name, likely 'son of Denilo' (a form of Daniel, from Hebrew 'God is my judge'; routes layered, which we note). Made famous by footballers, it's rhythmic and warm.

In the U.S. it appears in Brazilian families. Rare, son-of-Daniel at the (likely) root, and modern.

Did you know? Denilson is a popular Brazilian name, made famous by footballers — likely 'son of Denilo/Daniel'; Brazil loves -son names like Robson and Edson.
Overall data confidence 58%
References — Brazilian -son names — routes layered

Variations

DenilsoDenisson

Nicknames

Deni

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If you like Denilson…

Edson— a fellow Brazilian -son name
Danilo— a related Daniel form
Emerson— another -son name
Davion— shares the -on ending
Simeon— shares Denilson's Hebrew roots

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How do you pronounce Denilson?

Denilson is pronounced deh-NEEL-son (/dɛˈnil.sɔn/). Press play above to hear Denilson said aloud.

How do you say Denilson?

Denilson is said deh-NEEL-son (/dɛˈnil.sɔn/). Press play above to hear Denilson said aloud.

What does the name Denilson mean?

Denilson is a Brazilian -son name, likely 'son of Denilo/Daniel'; the routes are layered.

Is Denilson a boy or girl name?

Denilson is a boy's name.

How popular is Denilson?

Denilson is a rare name in the U.S.

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