Find out how popular the last name Dermont is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Dermont.

Dermont, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Dermont surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dermont in America

Dermont is the 138304th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dermont surname appeared 121 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Dermont.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dermont to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Dermont

The surname Dermont has its origins in Ireland, with records dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Irish Gaelic words "derb" meaning "sure" or "certain," and "mont" meaning "front" or "first." This suggests the name may have been initially used to describe someone who was the first or foremost in a particular activity or role.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history, which mentions a man named Dermont O'Conor in the year 1176. This individual was likely a member of the influential O'Conor dynasty, which ruled over the Kingdom of Connacht during that period.

In the 14th century, a Dermont O'Brien is recorded as having been the Bishop of Killaloe, a prominent religious figure in County Clare, Ireland. This suggests that the name was not exclusively associated with nobility but was also held by members of the clergy.

During the 16th century, the name Dermont appears in various legal documents and land records in counties such as Tipperary and Cork. This indicates that the surname was well-established across different regions of Ireland by this time.

One notable bearer of the name was Dermont O'Sullivan, who lived from 1536 to 1613. He was a renowned Irish military leader and chieftain who played a significant role in the Nine Years' War against English forces in Ireland.

Another prominent figure was Dermont O'Daly, born in 1619, who was a celebrated Irish poet and scholar. His works, written in both Irish and Latin, provide valuable insights into the cultural and literary traditions of his era.

In the 18th century, Dermont Murphy, born in 1733, was a respected Irish parliamentarian and landowner. He represented County Wexford in the Irish House of Commons and was known for his advocacy of tenant rights and agricultural reforms.

As the name Dermont spread beyond Ireland through emigration, it underwent various spelling variations, such as Dermond, Dermont, and Dermot. These variations can be found in historical records across different regions, reflecting the adaptations made by families as they settled in new areas.

While the surname Dermont may not be as common today as it once was, its deep roots in Irish history and the remarkable individuals who bore this name serve as a testament to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dermont

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Dermont.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Dermont was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Dermont has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Dermont was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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