Dempsey vs Thompson

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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Thompson

Boy #2,935 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Thomas, son of the twin"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,935
Total SSA Count: 43
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

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Popularity Comparison

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Thompson Rank #2,935

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 vs #2935 for Thompson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Thompson more popular?

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 compared to Thompson at #2935 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Thompson mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Thompson means "son of Thomas, son of the twin" (Middle English origin).

Are Dempsey and Thompson boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Thompson is primarily a boy name.

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