DERMOTT
Dermott
Dermott, a surname of Irish origin, is a variant of the Gaelic surname "Mac Diarmada" which means "son of Diarmaid." The name Diarmaid derives from the Old Gaelic personal name "Diarmait," composed of the elements "Diar," meaning ‘without,’ and "maith," meaning ‘good.’
The Dermott surname is predominantly found in Ireland, particularly in the regions of County Donegal and County Cork. However, the name has also spread to other parts of the British Isles and beyond due to Irish migration over the centuries.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Dermott include artists, scholars, and athletes, contributing to various fields of endeavour. The name Dermott has endured through generations, reflecting the rich history and cultural heritage of the Irish people.
In contemporary times, the surname Dermott continues to be passed down to new generations, preserving a link to ancestral roots and heritage.
There are approximately 337 people named Dermott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Dermott.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
- Scott
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Andrea
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Ellen
- Emma
- Esther
- Jc
- Joan
- Joanne
- Joy
- Karen
- Margaret
- Natalie
- Nicola
Similar and related surnames
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