Dempsey vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Theodore mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dempsey and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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