Find out how popular the first name Dermot has been for the last 49 years (from 1974 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.
An Irish masculine given name derived from the Gaelic Diarmaid meaning "free from envy".
Based on the last 49 years of data, Dermot is exclusively a male name.
For the most recent data in 2022, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dermot.
| Year | Male Count | Female Count |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 11 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 10 | 0 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 | 10 | 0 |
| 2007 | 14 | 0 |
| 2006 | 9 | 0 |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 |
| 2004 | 11 | 0 |
| 2003 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 |
| 2001 | 13 | 0 |
| 2000 | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 | 11 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | 6 | 0 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 5 | 0 |
| 1994 | 5 | 0 |
| 1980 | 5 | 0 |
| 1977 | 7 | 0 |
| 1976 | 8 | 0 |
| 1975 | 7 | 0 |
| 1974 | 8 | 0 |
The name Dermot is a given name of Irish origin, derived from the Old Irish name Diarmaid. It is believed to have been composed of the elements "diar" meaning "free" and "mait" meaning "patience" or "lover". The name can be translated to mean "freeman" or "free revered one".
In Irish mythology, Diarmaid Ua Duibhne was a legendary warrior and member of the Fianna, the elite military force of ancient Irish folklore. He features prominently in the epic narrative known as the Fenian Cycle, which includes tales of the exploits of Finn MacCool and his band of warriors.
The earliest recorded use of the name Dermot dates back to the 12th century, when it was borne by Diarmait Mac Murchada, the King of Leinster from 1126 to 1171. His conflict with the High King of Ireland, Ruaidri Ua Conchobair, ultimately led to the Norman invasion of Ireland in 1169.
Another notable figure in history with the name Dermot was Dermot O'Hurley (1519-1584), an Irish Roman Catholic Archbishop of Cashel who was executed during the reign of Elizabeth I for refusing to acknowledge her as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England.
In the 18th century, Dermot O'Leary (1736-1814) was an Irish author and political writer who published works on the history and antiquities of Ireland.
Dermot Morgan (1952-1998) was a popular Irish comedian and actor best known for his portrayal of Father Ted Crilly in the sitcom "Father Ted".
Dermot Mulroney (born 1963) is an American actor who has appeared in films such as "My Best Friend's Wedding", "The Family Stone", and "August: Osage County".
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