Liem vs Dempsey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Dempsey Rank #2,845

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Dempsey more popular?

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Dempsey mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Liem and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.

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