DESMOND
The meaning of the unisex name Desmond is GRACIOUS DEFENDER.
Details on DESMOND:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Gracious defender
- Popularity for Boy:
- 718th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 30,953rd in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
888 births
DESMOND as a BOY in 2024
5 births
DESMOND as a GIRL in 2013
The meaning(s) of DESMOND:
The name Desmond is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Desmond is: Gracious defender.
The name Desmond is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Desmond is: Gracious defender.
The name Desmond is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Desmond is: From south Munster.
The name Desmond is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Desmond is: From a surname derived from the Irish 'Deas Mumhain' meaning 'South Munster.
The name Desmond is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Desmond is: From South Munster. An Irish surname referring to Munster: (one of ancient Ireland's five regions.).
The name Desmond is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Desmond is: From South Munster.Famous Bearer:Archbishop Desmond Tutu (of South Africa).
USA SSA birth(s) for DESMOND:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DESMOND
DESMOND as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 888 births |
| 2023 | 796 births |
| 2022 | 907 births |
| 2021 | 920 births |
| 2020 | 862 births |
| 2019 | 863 births |
| 2018 | 1030 births |
| 2017 | 1039 births |
| 2016 | 893 births |
| 2015 | 958 births |
| 2014 | 1033 births |
| 2013 | 981 births |
| 2012 | 923 births |
| 2011 | 843 births |
| 2010 | 877 births |
| 2009 | 788 births |
DESMOND as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 births |
| 2007 | 5 births |
| 2003 | 6 births |
| 2002 | 5 births |
| 2000 | 5 births |
| 1999 | 10 births |
| 1998 | 8 births |
| 1997 | 16 births |
| 1996 | 12 births |
| 1995 | 9 births |
| 1994 | 11 births |
| 1993 | 12 births |
| 1992 | 11 births |
| 1991 | 11 births |
| 1990 | 6 births |
| 1989 | 11 births |
About the name DESMOND
Desmond, a name rich with history and warmth, finds its roots in the Irish Gaelic “Deas-Mhumhain,” meaning “from South Munster,” a nod to the lush, rolling landscapes of southern Ireland. This name carries with it the spirit of resilience and strength, often associated with nobility and leadership. In literature and culture, Desmond has been embraced for its melodic quality and the depth it conveys, making it a thoughtful choice for a child destined to chart their own course. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, Desmond evokes a sense of charm and sophistication, while also carrying a touch of the whimsical. Symbolically, it embodies a bridge between heritage and modernity, resonating with families who value tradition yet aspire for their children to forge new paths. With a name like Desmond, one not only honors a rich legacy but also opens the door to a world of possibilities, where the past breathes life into the future.
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