Dempsey vs Mia

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
Nicknames
Demp

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dempsey Rank #2,845
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dempsey ___

  • Dempsey James
  • Dempsey Patrick
  • Dempsey Flynn
  • Dempsey Sean
  • Dempsey Cole
  • Dempsey Reid

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dempsey

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If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Mia mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Dempsey and Mia boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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