Desmond

Boy

Origin: Irish

Meaning

“man from South Munster”

Source

Cultural Notes

The name derives from the Irish territory of Deas-Mhumhain meaning South Munster; Archbishop Desmond Tutu made the name globally recognized.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1950s
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Famous People Named Desmond

  • Desmond Tutu

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