Dempsey vs Willis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dempsey

Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Dempsey Rank #2,845

Willis Rank #2,686

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Is Dempsey or Willis more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Willis mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Dempsey and Willis boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.