What is surname dempsey?

Dempsey is an Irish surname that originated from the Gaelic O'Duibhshlaine. The name means "torch bearer" which referred to someone who carried torches during religious processions. The Dempsey family is believed to have originated from County Kilkenny in Ireland and later spread to other parts of the country and the world.

One well-known person with the surname Dempsey is the American actor and producer, Patrick Dempsey. He is best known for his role as Dr. Derek Shepherd on the television series Grey's Anatomy. Other notable people with the surname Dempsey include Jack Dempsey, a famous boxer, and Bonnie Dempsey, an American athlete who competed in the 1984 Olympic Games.

The Dempsey family motto is "Cuidich n Righ" which translates to "Help the King". Dempsey families around the world often host family reunions and maintain connections to their Irish heritage.