Desiree
Desiree is a French name meaning 'desired' or 'longed for,' derived from the Latin 'desideratus.' It carries a romantic, heartfelt sentiment, expressing that the child was deeply wanted and cherished.
Current Popularity
#1130 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Desirae, Deserae, Désirée)
- •The accent marks are often dropped in English-speaking countries
- •Easy to pronounce once learned, though some may initially mispronounce it
- •Has a meaningful sentiment that resonates with many parents
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Famous People
Desiree Rogers
Former White House Social Secretary
Desiree Linden
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Desiree Akhavan
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Desirée Clary
Queen of Sweden (1818-1844)
Statistics
83,409
Total births since 1880
1983
Peak year
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