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Desmond

male

Meaning

"From South Munster"

From an Irish regional name, it became established in English and Irish usage, sometimes associated with historical territorial divisions.

Popularity History of Desmond

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#368Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#368

Desmond was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+31

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Desmond Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Desmond.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Desmond

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Quick Facts

OriginIrish
Syllables2
Length7 letters

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