Dezmond
Dezmond is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
One from South Munster.
Origin and history
Dezmond is a modern spelling variant of Desmond, which originated as an Irish surname derived from the place name Deasmhumhain, meaning South Munster. The variant spelling with a 'z' gives a contemporary edge to a classic name. In the United States, it is moderately used and offers a familiar yet distinctive option for boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,632 babies in the United States have been named Dezmond since 1880. It ranks #2124 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1399.
States where it is most popular
- TX (27.4 %)
- CA (19 %)
- OH (7.4 %)
- MI (6.8 %)
- GA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 23 |
| 1980-1990 | 186 |
| 1990-2000 | 735 |
| 2000-2010 | 966 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,182 |
| 2020-2029 | 540 |
Nicknames
Dez, Dezzi
Fun facts
- Dezmond uses the letter 'z' to modernise the traditional Irish surname Desmond.
- The traditional name Desmond originally referred to the historic Kingdom of Desmond in southern Ireland.