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Orrin 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

Orrin Rank #2,697
Dempsey Rank #2,845

Orrin is more popular, ranked #2697 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orrin or Dempsey more popular?

Orrin is more popular, ranked #2697 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Orrin and Dempsey mean?

Orrin means "pine tree" (Hebrew origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Orrin and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Orrin is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.

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