Strong cloth; from Nîmes
Originally a textile name, Denim is derived from the French phrase 'serge de Nîmes', referring to a sturdy fabric from the city of Nîmes. As a given name, it represents durability and rugged Americana, gaining popularity as a modern word-name choice.
About 271 boys were named Denim in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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