Name:
Tennyson
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Tennyson is ultimately derived from Dennis. Dennis originates in Greek language and means "follower of Zeus". It is derived from Dionysos, the Greek god of grape harvest, winemaking and wine. Dennis is a popular masculine given name not only in the United States, but also in many countries over the world. It functions as a surname as well.
Pronunciation:
TEN-ə-sən
The Five Elements:
Fire
Also Spelled Like...:
Tenneyson