Origin and Meaning of Deniece

Feminine form of Denis, meaning 'follower of Dionysius'

Origin: English - Derived from the name Denis, which is of Greek origin, coming from Dionysios meaning 'of Dionysius', the Greek god of wine and festivity.

• Deniece is a relatively modern name, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries particularly in the mid to late 20th century.
• The name has undergone variations, with Denice and Denise being other popular forms with similar roots.
• One notable bearer of the name is Deniece Williams, an American singer known for her contributions to R&B and gospel music in the 1970s and 1980s.
• Deniece saw peaks in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, often associated with the trend of using names ending in -iece.
• Related names include Denise, a more commonly used variant, and variations like Deneice and Denys.