Dempsy
boy nameDempsy entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2063 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2063
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3168 |
| 1920s | #3244 |
| 1930s | #3059 |
| 1940s | #2803 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dempsy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dempsy alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dempsy in 2025?
- Dempsy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dempsy most popular?
- Dempsy peaked in 1919, reaching #2063 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dempsy with classmates?
- Dempsy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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