Dezmond Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dezmond originates from the Irish surname 'Desmond', which is tied to a historical region in Ireland. It means 'one from the southern region of Munster'. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the 20th century. It is perceived as modern and unique, with its own variants such as Des and Dezzy. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Dezmond is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dezmond has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dezmond' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6498th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1927th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1419th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1571st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dezmond' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dezmond"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛzmənd/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Dezmond is derived from the Irish surname 'Desmond', which refers to a historical region in southwestern Ireland known as 'Desmond'. The name is believed to be related to the Gaelic term 'Deas-Mhumhna', meaning 'south Munster'.
Meaning
one from the southern region of Munster
Language Evolution
Desmond, Dezmund, Dezmond
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Desmond.
Variants & Derivatives
Desmond, Dez, Dezzy
Modern Popularity & Image
Dezmond is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dezmond A. A. O'Rourke, a notable figure in contemporary Irish literature, Dezmond McCoy, a well-known artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dezmond"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dezmond"
"Dezmond" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6498th of 10718 | 34 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1927th of 16616 | 585 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1419th of 24088 | 1,637 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1571st of 23106 | 1,305 |
Regional Popularity of "Dezmond" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.80% 1835th/3685 |
- |
31.88% 1656th/5194 |
41.36% 2613th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.08% 1424th/4582 |
48.61% 2510th/5164 |
18.79% 1374th/7313 |
21.81% 1628th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.61% 1578th/3984 |
65.92% 2958th/4487 |
25.56% 1744th/6822 |
21.27% 1335th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dezmond" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dezmond"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dezmond" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.