Denzel (other)
Denzel, when used as a male name, ultimately derives from the Cornish language and means "from the high stronghold" or "fertile ground." There was a manor house, manor in St Mawgan, Cornwall, named Denzell. The manor dates to at least the early 1500s and was described in volume 3 of ''Magna Britannia'' (1814) as being the home of an "ancient family of that name".Lysons, Daniel, and Lysons, Samuel. Magna Britannia; Being A Concise Topographical Account Of The Several Counties Of Great Britain: Cornwall. 3. United Kingdom, T. Cadell And W. Davies, 1814, pp. 7-8 Notable individuals with the name include: Given name *Denzel Bentley (born 1995), English boxer *Denzel Boston, American football player *Denzel Bowles (born 1989), American basketball player *Denzel Budde (born 1997), Dutch footballer *Denzel Comenentia (born 1995), Dutch athlete *Denzel Curry (born 1995), American rapper *Denzel De Roeve (born 2004), Belgian footballer *Denzel Devall (born 1994), American footb ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Male Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A '' Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names and reli ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Livingston
Denzel Livingston (born April 18, 1993) is an American professional basketball player who last played for BC Rustavi of the Georgian Superliga. He played college basketball for Incarnate Word before playing in the NBA G League and Israel. High school career Livingston played basketball at local Waltrip High School, leading them to three playoff appearances. He led the city of Houston and District 21-4A in scoring as a senior, earned first team All-District 21-4A honors and was the co-MVP. College career After graduating high school, Livingston joined Incarnate Word when the school was still part of NCAA Division II and the Lone Star Conference, helping the Cardinals to get more relevance, specially on his last two seasons, which were among the best in school history. As a junior, he averaged 20.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.5 steals per game and he followed that with 21.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2.6 steals per game as a senior while finishing in the to ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Washington
Denzel Hayes Washington Jr. (born December 28, 1954) is an American actor and filmmaker. He has been described as an actor who reconfigured "the concept of classic movie stardom". Throughout his career spanning over four decades, Washington has received numerous accolades, including a Tony Award, two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards and two Silver Bears. In 2016, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2020, '' The New York Times'' named him the greatest actor of the 21st century. In 2022, Washington received the Presidential Medal of Freedom bestowed upon him by President Joe Biden. Washington started his acting career in theatre, acting in performances off-Broadway, including William Shakespeare's '' Coriolanus'' in 1979. He first came to prominence in the medical drama ''St. Elsewhere'' (1982–1988). Washington's early film roles included Norman Jewison's ''A Soldier's Story'' (1984) and Richard Attenborough's '' Cry Freedom'' ( ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Ward
Denzel Nehemiah Ward (born April 28, 1997) is an American football cornerback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Ohio State. Early life Ward attended Nordonia High School in Macedonia, Ohio. He played cornerback and wide receiver for the Knights football team. He also played basketball and ran track. As a senior at the Division 1 region 1 finals, he ran a personal best time of 10.49 seconds in the 100 meters, placing 1st. His personal best in the 200 meters is 21.38 seconds, in which he placed third at the state championships. He committed to Ohio State University to play college football. College career Ward attended and played college football at Ohio State under head coach Urban Meyer. As a true freshman at Ohio State in 2015, Ward played in 12 games, recording seven tackles. As a sophomore in 2016, he played in all 13 games and had 23 tackles. Ward became a starter as a junior in 2017. Entering the 2018 NFL Draft, ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Valentine
Denzel Robert Valentine (born November 16, 1993) is an American professional basketball player for the Maine Celtics of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for the Michigan State Spartans. As a senior, Valentine became the first player in Michigan State history to be recognized as the National Player of the Year by the Associated Press. He also earned other player of the year awards from the NABC, USA Today, Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports, and Basketball Times in addition to being named a unanimous First-Team All-American. Valentine was selected with the 14th pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls. High school career Valentine attended J. W. Sexton High School, where he was coached by his father, Carlton Valentine (former Michigan State player), and played alongside future Michigan State teammate Bryn Forbes and Iowa basketball player Anthony Clemmons. As a sophomore, Valentine averaged 10.9 points, 5.8 assists and 6.3 rebounds, leading Sexton to a state t ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Slager
Denzel Slager (born 2 February 1993) is a Dutch footballer who plays as a striker who last played for LA Galaxy II in the United Soccer League. Career RKC Waalwijk Slager started his football career at RKC Waalwijk and signed his first professional contract with the club, keeping him until 2014. In his first season at the club Slager made five appearances for RKC Waalwijk. In the first half of the season, Slager made nine appearances for the club, including scoring his first goal against Go Ahead Eagles on 31 August 2013. Coventry City On 3 January 2014, Denzel agreed an 18-month deal which would keep him with the Sky Blues until the summer of 2015. He started his first match for the Sky Blues against Barnsley in the third round of the FA Cup on 4 January 2014, which was won 2–1. On 18 February 2014 Slager had his contract cancelled by mutual consent. Orange County Blues Slager signed with third-tier US club Orange County Blues on 27 March 2015. Slager went on trial ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Rice
Denzel Rice (born March 31, 1993) is an American football cornerback who is a free agent. He played college football at Coastal Carolina. Professional career Philadelphia Eagles Rice was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2015. On August 28, 2016, Rice was waived by the Eagles. Houston Texans On October 19, 2016 Rice was signed to the Houston Texans' practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on December 10, 2016. On September 2, 2017, Rice was waived/injured by the Texans and placed on injured reserve. He was released on September 8, 2017. Indianapolis Colts On November 6, 2017, Rice was signed to the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad. Cleveland Browns On January 31, 2018, Rice signed a reserve/future contract with the Cleveland Browns. He made the Browns final roster, playing in eight games before being waived on November 7, 2018. Buffalo Bills On November 13, 2018, Rice was signed to the Buffalo Bills practice squad. He was promote ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Ramirez
Denzel Ramirez (born 22 December 1983) is a long-distance runner. He represented Trinidad and Tobago at the 2005 Central American and Caribbean Championships and the 2006 Central American and Caribbean Games. He ran track with Colby Community College and Troy University. Running career Ramirez grew up with one parent in Chaguanas and took up athletic in 2002. He first represented Trinidad and Tobago at the 2005 Central American and Caribbean Championships, where he ran 33:25 in the 10,000 metres race. In collegiate competition Ramirez first ran for Colby Community College; in 2005 he was named Colby’s Men’s Cross Country Athlete of the Year and Academic All-American by the National Junior College Athletic Association. Just months after the Kansas Relays, he competed for his country in the 5,000 metre race at the 2006 Central American and Caribbean Games, running 15:18.72 in hot weather. In 2007 he won the 5000 metres at the Sagicor National Open Track and Field Championship i ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Radford
Denzel Radford (born May 28, 1994) is a professional Canadian football defensive back for the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played U Sports football for the Calgary Dinos as a receiver, defensive back, and kick returner from 2013 to 2016. Professional career Montreal Alouettes Radford was drafted by the Montreal Alouettes in the sixth round, 48th overall, in the 2017 CFL Draft as a wide receiver and signed with the club on May 17, 2017. He participated in the team's 2017 training camp, and was converted to a defensive back, but did not play in any pre-season games. Saskatchewan Roughriders On June 7, 2017, the Alouettes traded Radford to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in exchange for offensive lineman, Matt Vonk. He made his professional debut on June 22, 2017, against his former team, the Alouettes. He played in all 18 regular season games and recorded two defensive tackles and 24 special teams tackles, finishing fourth in the CFL in special ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Prempeh
Denzel Prempeh née Denzel Agyeman-Prempeh is a Ghanaian-born gospel musician and pastor. Denzel's career started in 2010 with the establishment of 'HeartbeatMusic'. He has since released two live albums, 'Tent Experience' in 2014, 'A Sound from Heaven' in 2015, an extended play, 'Jesus medley' and four singles,'Sweet Holy Spirit' in 2017,'Obiaa Enihor','Meni Obiaa' and 'Ayeyi' all in 2018 under the record label 'HeartbeatMusic'. He is a reverend pastor at Destiny Chapel, Mount Zion in Adenta, Accra. Early life and education Denzel hails from Ejisu, Ashanti Region and is the third of nine children born to Agyeman-Prempeh Senior. He first joined the St. Andrews Junior High School Choir where he received his basic education and later moved to Presbyterian Boys Senior High School where he became the music director of the school choir. He joined the Chosen Vessel Choir whiles in University of Ghana and later joined the University of Ghana Mass Choir where he became the mu ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Perryman
Denzel Perryman (born December 5, 1992) is an American football middle linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Miami. High school career Perryman attended Coral Gables Senior High School. He recorded 177 tackles, 12 for losses, 9 sacks, and 5 interception returns for touchdowns and 9 interceptions as a senior. He was also an area Defensive Player of the Year as a junior, registering 166 solo tackles and had 105 tackles, 9 sacks and 6 interceptions as a sophomore. College career Played as a true freshman, saw action in all 12 games, earning 8 starts. He finished first among ACC freshmen and second overall on team with 127 tackles (97 solo, 22 assists). Tied for second-highest tackle-for-loss total on team with 6.5. Played in nine games his sophomore season, making nine starts mostly at middle linebacker. He had 64 total tackles (45 solo) and 6.0 tackles-for-loss. Also made Third-team All-ACC. As a junior in 2013 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Denzel Nogueira Damasceno
Denzel Nogueira Damasceno (born 20 January 2003), simply known as Denzel, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Goiás. Club career Born in Taboão da Serra, São Paulo, Denzel played for the youth sides of Santos, Corinthians, Internacional and São Paulo before joining Ituano's under-20 team in the 2022, on loan. He made his first team debut with the latter club on 11 June 2022, coming on as a late substitute for goalscorer Rafael Elias in a 1–0 Série B away win over Brusque. In January 2023, Denzel joined Goiás and was initially assigned back to the under-20 squad. He made his first team – and Série A – debut on 20 September, replacing Matheus Babi in a 0–0 home draw against Flamengo Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (; English: ''Flamengo Rowing Club''), more commonly referred to as simply Flamengo, is a Brazilian sports club based in Rio de Janeiro, in the neighborhood of Gávea, best known for their professional football .. ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |