Desmond: Name day

Name day

Desmond’s name day is February 20 in the USA.

Desmond’s History, Gender and Mood

Desmond is a name with strong Irish roots, originating from the Gaelic surname *Deasmhumhaigh*. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century and remains a consistently used, though not highly ranked, masculine name. Globally, it’s most prevalent in Ireland, the UK, Australia, and Canada, often linked to families of Irish or British descent. The name projects a mood of quiet strength, dependability, and thoughtfulness. It is almost exclusively used for males, with no significant female usage. Its historical association with a powerful Irish family adds to its sense of heritage.

Name Day List: Desmond

Country	Day	Month	Names
USA	20	February	Aimee, Alaric, Alarica, Alarice, Aimee, Ami, Amy, Amya, Cyd, Cydney, Desmond, Sid, Sidney, Sydnee, Sydney, Ulric