Summary

Surname Dennison is derived from the popular medieval given name Dennis, which itself is descended from Dionysius, the Greek god of wine and pleasure. This surname originated in England and can be traced back to the 13th century. Dennison is often associated with a family's connection to winemaking and festivities.
There are
14629
Dennisons in the USA
Dennison is the
2465th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Dennison

WilliamDennison

William Dennison Jr. was an American politician and Unionist from Ohio. He served as the 24th Governor of Ohio and as Postmaster General of the United States.

JamesDennison

James Dennison was a British actor known for his roles in films such as 'This Sporting Life' and 'Far from the Madding Crowd.'

JohnDennison

John Dennison was a New Zealand politician and environmentalist. He served as Mayor of Christchurch and was instrumental in the establishment of the Canterbury Museum.

RobertDennison

Robert Dennison was an American lawyer and judge who served as the Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals.

LauraDennison

Laura Dennison is a British author and food blogger known for her cookbook 'Sheet Pan Magic' and her popular food blog 'She Who Bakes.'

MarkDennison

Mark Dennison is a British radio presenter known for his work at BBC Radio Nottingham and BBC Radio Derby.

PatDennison

Pat Dennison is an American television presenter and journalist who has worked for several major news networks, including CNN and Fox News.

GraceDennison

Grace Dennison is an Australian artist known for her vibrant and expressive abstract paintings. Her work has been exhibited internationally.

DanielDennison

Daniel Dennison is an American computer scientist and professor known for his contributions to the field of artificial intelligence and cognitive science.

SarahDennison

Sarah Dennison is a Canadian actress known for her roles in films such as 'Away from Her' and 'The F Word.'

Dennison Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Dennison' is an English habitational name derived from the village of Denston in Suffolk. It is derived from the Old English personal name 'Denna' and the suffix '-ing,' meaning 'people of.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Dennison' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the states of Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. It is also present in smaller numbers in the United Kingdom and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Dennison' include 'Denison' and 'Denniston.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Dennison' primarily occurred during periods of English colonization and settlement, as well as through individual family migrations.