Desiree is of French origin, derived from the word 'désir', which means desire. It was popularized by Napoleon Bonaparte's sister, Desiree Clary, who later became queen consort of Sweden and Norway. The name gained further prominence through the character Desiree Armfeldt in Ingmar Bergman's film "Agnus Dei". Desiree is often associated with charm, grace, and allure, reflecting its original meaning of desire or longing. It was ranked among the top 1000 names for girls born in the United States during the early to mid-20th century but has since become less common. Despite its decreasing popularity, Desiree remains a unique and elegant name choice, evoking images of sophistication and timeless beauty.
There were five babies named Desriee each year from 1998 onwards.