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Desmond Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "desmond" is "desmond is of irish origin and it means 'gracious defender'", and is used often for "desmond is used as a masculine name.".

Name
desmond
Meaning
desmond is of irish origin and it means 'gracious defender'
Pronunciation
dez-mu0259nd
Used for
desmond is used as a masculine name.
Syllables
2

Desmond Name Details

The name Desmond originated from the Gaelic surname u00d3 Deasmhumhnaigh, which means 'son of the man from Desmond'. It is associated with County Cork and County Kerry in Ireland. Desmond has been used as a given name since the 19th century and became more popular in the English-speaking world during the 20th century.

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