Surnames AKA Last Names

Dacey

Irish

"from the south"

Great way to honor either Irish or Southern heritage without being too on the nose. Similar to other boys' names like Pacey, Casey, Percy and Chauncy.

Dempsey

Irish

"proud, haughty"

Spunky Irish surname that still has a pugnacious feel from its lingering association with one of boxing's greatest champs, Jack Dempsey. Many people may associate it more with Patrick Dempsey these…

Dermitt

Dermitt is a masculine name with Celtic origins, primarily derived from the Irish name Diarmaid (also spelled Diarmuid or Dermot), meaning 'free from envy' or 'freeman.' This particular spelling…

Donahue

Irish

"dark fighter"

This genial Irish surname feels much more current than Donald.

Donnelly

Irish

"dark, brave one"

Donnelly is among the more appealing Irish surname names, less well used than Donovan. Related options include the place name Donegal and the mythological god name Donegan.

Dow

Irish

"dark-haired"

Compact, to-the-point surname name. Bear in mind the stock-market association - it may be a bit much with the last name Jones.

Doyle

Irish

"black stranger"

An Irish surname possibility for those who like Daley, Royal, Dougal, and Dolan, though it may sound too much like doily to catch on for modern boys. Nevertheless, it was fairly well used in the 20th…

Dumas

French

"of the little farm"

The name of the great French novelist, author of the timeless The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers , would make a surprising middle name choice.

Dunbar

Irish

"castle headland"

Clear and strong, if a little heavy.