Denese is a unique, feminine given name of American origin. It was popularized during the mid-20th century, likely as a variant spelling of Denise, which itself is a French form of Denis, meaning 'follower' or 'devout one'. While it may not be as commonly used today, Denese retains its charming and distinctive character.
"Denese experienced significant popularity during the mid-20th century, peaking with 98 births in 1954. However, its usage dropped considerably by the late 1970s, with only single-digit occurrences from 1977 onwards."