Denon is of French origin, derived from the surname Dénon, which was originally an occupational name for a spinner or weaver of flax. The name has been used as a given name since the 20th century. In France, it is often associated with the city of Dijon, where there is a street named Rue Denon. It is also known for its association with Dominique-Vivant Denon (1747-1825), a French art collector and archaeologist who was instrumental in bringing many important artifacts from Egypt to France during Napoleon Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign. Today, Denon remains a unique and uncommon first name, often chosen by parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.
The name Denon experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with its highest peak being 8 births in 1991. However, it has remained relatively consistent, with most years seeing between 5 to 6 births.