Dempsey
- Pronunciation
- [Dem-psey]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Proud
- Origin
- Gaelic
Dempsey Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 4,208 baby boys have been named Dempsey. The name peaked in 1921 with 108 US births that year (rank #609). In 2024, ranked #2833 nationally — 2,224 places below its 1921 peak.
Top States for Dempsey
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Dempsey births are: North Carolina (191), Texas (111), California (106).
Other Gaelic-Origin Names Like Dempsey
If you like Dempsey's Gaelic origin, consider these related names: Abboid, Ahern, Aibhlin, Aidan, Ailin. Browse all Gaelic names →
7-Letter Names Starting with D
Names with Dempsey's exact length and starting letter: Dabbous, Daedbot, Daelynn, Daganya, Dagomar.
Quick Facts About Dempsey
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dempster | Judicious | Male | English |
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Compare Dempsey to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Dempsey against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).