Denney is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin. It's not particularly common, which can make it appealing to those seeking an uncommon name for their child. The name has been associated with notable figures such as baseball player George 'Buck' Denney, further adding to its distinctiveness.
The name Denney experienced fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with periods of higher and lower birth counts. The years 1939, 1942, 1945, 1946, 1947, and 1948 saw more births than usual, while the late 1950s to early 1960s had a slight resurgence in popularity. However, from the mid-1960s onwards, there was a consistent decline in the number of newborn girls named Denney, with most years reporting fewer than 10 births each. The total number of births over this period is 218.