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Boy Name

Desmond

"One from south Munster, gracious defender"

Ranked #187 for boys

About the Name Desmond

Meaning

One from south Munster, gracious defender

Origin

Celtic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

D

Boy Rank

#187

Desmond is a boy name of Celtic origin. The name means "One from south Munster, gracious defender" and is currently ranked #187 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with D or explore other Celtic names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
#155
1970
#120
1980
#120
1990
#155
2000
#155
2010
#187
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Desmond

  • DT Desmond Tutu
  • DD Desmond Doss

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David

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Beloved, dear friend

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Dylan

Boy

Son of the sea, born from the ocean

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
7
Starts with
D
Origin
Celtic

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