Desmund
boy nameDesmund entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4407 in 1990, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#4407
peak (1990)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #5714 |
| 1990s | #6740 |
| 2000s | #10523 |
| 2010s | #12208 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Desmund are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Desmund alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Desmund in 2025?
- Desmund is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Desmund most popular?
- Desmund peaked in 1990, reaching #4407 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Desmund with classmates?
- Desmund will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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