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Hazel vs Dempsey

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #2,841
Dempsey Rank #2,845

Hazel is more popular, ranked #2841 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Dempsey more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #2841 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Dempsey mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hazel and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Hazel is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.

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