Desmund Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Desmund Name at a Glance

Name	Desmund
Meaning	Variant of Desmond: From South Munster. Famous Bearer: Archbishop Desmond Tutu (of South Africa).
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Desmund Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Desmund means “Variant of Desmond: From South Munster. Famous Bearer: Archbishop Desmond Tutu (of South Africa”. 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.

Desmund Name Origin

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

Is Desmund a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Desmund

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