Dempsey Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dempsey Name at a Glance

Name	Dempsey
Meaning	Proud.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dempsey Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dempsey means “Proud”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dempsey Name Origin

Our database records Dempsey under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dempsey a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dempsey is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dempsey

When considering Dempsey for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.