Dempsey vs Cylas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dempsey

Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,845
Total SSA Count: 45
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

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Cylas

Boy #2,759 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the forest, woodland dweller"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,759
Total SSA Count: 47
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Cylas Rank #2,759

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Cylas more popular?

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Cylas mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cylas means "of the forest, woodland dweller" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Dempsey and Cylas boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Cylas is primarily a boy name.

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