Desiree
Desiree: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Desiree
- A female given name from French, alternative spelling of Désirée.
How popular is Desiree?
Since 1880, 83,563 girls and 198 boys in the U.S. have been named Desiree (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #94 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #3629 in 1965. In 2025, 151 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Desiree
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Sibling name ideas for Desiree
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Desiree FAQ
What does the name Desiree mean?
A female given name from French, alternative spelling of Désirée.
What is the origin of the name Desiree?
Desiree is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Desiree?
Since 1880, 83,563 girls and 198 boys in the U.S. have been named Desiree (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #94 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #3629 in 1965. In 2025, 151 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Desiree a boy or girl name?
Desiree is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 83,563 girls and 198 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.