Denzil is a masculine name primarily used in English-speaking contexts. It originates from a surname that signified a person from the manor of Denzell in Cornwall. The name transitioned from a surname to a given name in the 16th century, notably adopted by members of the noble Holles family, including the prominent statesman Denzil Holles. The name has been pronounced as DEHN-zil and has had various nicknames such as Enzi, and Zen. Despite its historical significance, the name's popularity has fluctuated over time, peaking in 1992 and then declining.
