Desmond: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A regional name meaning from South Munster, proud and rooted.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #365
- Peak
- #264 in 1992
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Desmond Means
Desmond is a boy name of Irish origin. A regional name meaning from South Munster, proud and rooted.
How Popular Desmond Is
Desmond currently ranks #365 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #264 in 1992. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Desmond
- Desmond peaked at #264 in the U.S. in 1992.
- Desmond is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Desmond
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Desmond
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Questions About Desmond
What does Desmond mean?
Desmond is a boy name of Irish origin. A regional name meaning from South Munster, proud and rooted.
How popular is Desmond?
Desmond currently ranks #365 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #264 in 1992. It has held steady.
Where does Desmond come from?
Desmond comes from Irish roots. Desmond peaked at #264 in the U.S. in 1992.
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