Desiray is an uncommon, unique female given name of unknown origin and meaning. It was popularized by its use in the hit song 'Desperado' by The Eagles, but it is not derived from the word 'desperado'. The name has gained some usage since the song's release in 1973, though it remains relatively rare. Spelling variations of Desiray include Desirae and Desiree.
The name Desiray experienced a surge in popularity between the late 1970s and early 1990s, with a peak of 90 births in 1993. However, it has since declined, with only 6 births recorded in 2023. Overall, there have been 1781 births with the name Desiray from 1955 to present.