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Dermot O Leary
Television Presenter
1973
British-Irish TV presenter best known for hosting The X Factor and other UK shows.
Dermot
Pronunciation: [ d-ERM-uht ]
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A distinctive 2-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Irish
Celtic
Irish
Mythological
Strong
Traditional
Celtic
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Historical Record
Dermot first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 451 babies have been named Dermot in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dermot is past its peak , currently ranked #11,285 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#11,285
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Peaked 1969
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #11,285
- Total SSA Count
- 8
- Cultural Origins
- Irish Celtic
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Derm
Der
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, Irish heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, strong style, extended 2-3 combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, strong style, extended 2-3 combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, Irish heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
Middle Names
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Greek place name origin
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Germanic/Latin origin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dermot
What is the origin of the name Dermot?
Dermot has Irish and Celtic origins.
Is Dermot a boy or girl name?
Dermot is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dermot?
Dermot is pronounced d-ERM-uht.
How popular is the name Dermot?
Dermot is currently ranked #11285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dermot?
Common nicknames for Dermot include Derm and Der.
What are good middle names for Dermot?
Popular middle name pairings include Dermot Dermot Patrick, Dermot Dermot James, Dermot Dermot Cian, and Dermot Dermot Sean.
What are good sibling names for Dermot?
Names that pair well with Dermot as siblings include Ciara, Oisin, Saoirse, Finn, and Aoife.
How many syllables does Dermot have?
Dermot has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dermot a common or rare name?
Dermot is an uncommon name, ranked #11285 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dermot
Dermot is a boy name with Irish and Celtic origins .
Dermot is currently ranked #11,285 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Dermot has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-ERM-uht, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Dermot include Derm and Der. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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