Desire
Desire: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Desire?
Since 1880, 5,336 girls and 132 boys in the U.S. have been named Desire (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1176 in 1992. Its highest rank for boys was #2678 in 1915. In 2025, 95 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Desire FAQ
How popular is the name Desire?
Since 1880, 5,336 girls and 132 boys in the U.S. have been named Desire (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1176 in 1992. Its highest rank for boys was #2678 in 1915. In 2025, 95 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Desire a boy or girl name?
Desire is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,336 girls and 132 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).