Everything about the name DESIRA

Meaning, origin, history

The name Desira is of Latin origin and means "desired" or "longed for." It is derived from the Latin word " desiderare," which combines the prefix "de-" meaning "away" with " sidus" meaning "star." The name was popular during the Middle Ages and was often used as a title for queens and other royal figures. Today, Desira remains a rare but meaningful name choice for parents looking for something unique and special for their daughter.

Popularity of the name DESIRA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Based on the statistics provided, the name Desira has seen varied popularity over the years in the United States. The first recorded birth with this name occurred in 1942, with a total of five newborn girls named Desira that year.

The name's popularity fluctuated significantly throughout the decades. For instance, it peaked at fifteen births in 1992 but fell to just seven in the following years (1993 and 1994). After a brief resurgence to nine births in 2000, the number of newborn girls named Desira dropped again, with only six births recorded in 2003.

However, there was another spike in popularity in 2004, with ten babies named Desira born that year. Since then, the statistics have not been provided, so it's uncertain whether this trend continued or if the name's popularity has since declined again.

Overall, from 1942 to 2004, a total of 227 girls were named Desira in the United States. While the name has seen periods of relative popularity, it has not become one of the most common names during this timeframe. Instead, its popularity appears to have remained relatively steady but unspectacular throughout the decades.