Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 06, 2024

Dorsey

US Popularity Rank: 26832

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Descendent of the dark; dark-haired, dark; Of Arcy

Dorsey is a gender-neutral name with multiple origins. Although a bit of a mystery, it's most likely a respelling of the Irish name Darcy and the surname Ó'Dorchaidhe. Together, they're blessed with the captivating meaning "descendant of the dark," "dark-haired," and sometimes just "dark." Your little one is destined to embrace their dark side and live their best life at night! Dorsey may also be rooted in the French surname D'arcy, which means "of Arcy" in tribute to a village in the region of La Manche.

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