Dempsey
d(e)-mp-sey,
dem-psey
US Popularity:3756
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Descendant of Díomasach; Proud
Once exclusively a surname, Dempsey is once again rising in the ranks as a given name for bouncing baby boys. It's blessed with Irish roots and derived from Ó Díomasaigh, meaning "descendant of Díomasach." It's alternate meaning of "proud" is inspired by the O'Dempsey clan, who defended their land in what is now counties Laois and Offaly for over 300 years. You may also recall the dreamy American actor Patrick Dempsey of Grey's Anatomy and the films Enchanted, Loverboy, and Bridget Jones's Baby.
Famous People Named Dempsey
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Jack DempseyBoxer
Dempsey Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Dempsey is currently #3756 in U.S. births
Boy:Dempsey is currently #1195 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3756
in 2023
+ 442
from 2022
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