| Meaning | desired |
| Origin | French |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Des-i-ree |
Choosing a name for a baby girl is a special and meaningful endeavor, as parents search for a name that embodies beauty, aspirations, and love. The name Desiree, of French origin, perfectly captures these sentiments, making it an alluring choice for a baby girl.
Derived from the French word "désir," meaning "desire" or "longing," Desiree carries a sense of passion and ambition. It symbolizes the profound yearning for a cherished dream or goal. This name exudes elegance and sophistication, evoking images of a strong, determined, and independent young woman.
Desiree's popularity owes much to its association with accomplished individuals and captivating characters. From Olympic athletes like Desiree Linden to talented filmmakers like Desiree Akhavan, the name has left its mark across various fields.
The name's versatility is showcased through its variations, including Desirée, Desirae, and Desyre. Commonly, Desiree is affectionately shortened to nicknames such as Desi, Ree, or Dee, endearing the name even further.
Desiree is a name that holds timeless charm and carries the promise of a bright and fulfilling future for any baby girl. As she grows, this name will inspire her to embrace her desires and pursue her dreams with passion and grace.
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| Desiree Akhavan | Iranian-American filmmaker and actress |
| Desiree Bassett | American guitarist and singer-songwriter |
| Desiree Burch | American comedian and actress |
| Desiree Linden | American long-distance runner and Olympic athlete |
| Desiree Nilsson | Swedish television personality |
| Desiree Ross | American actress |
| Desiree Washington-Chapman | American track and field athlete |
| Desiree Weeks | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Desiree Davila | American long-distance runner and Olympic athlete |
| Desiree Nosbusch | Luxembourgish actress and television presenter |
| Desiree Newberry | American Paralympic swimmer |
| Desiree Heslop | Princess Desiree - Swedish princess |
| Desiree Malonga | French judoka and world champion |
| Desiree Scott | Princess Desiree - Swedish princess |
| Desiree Soares | American singer and songwriter |
| Desiree DeSantis | American television producer and director |
| Desiree Stahley | American basketball player |
| Desiree Washington | American lawyer and legal analyst |
| Desiree Dubois | Character from Tennessee Williams' play "A Streetcar Named Desire" |
| Desiree Clary | Character in the historical novel "The Memoirs of Joseph Fouché" by Stefan Zweig |
| Desiree Briggs | Character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Desiree Reymond | Character from the TV series "Totally Spies!" |
| Desiree the Baby Caterpillar | Character from the movie "A Bug's Life" |
| Desiree Afuye | Character from the TV series "Tyler Perry's Sistas" |
| Desiree Biggins | Character from the TV series "Insecure" |
| Desiree Downs | Character from the TV series "Married with Children" |
| Desiree Hatfield | Character from the TV series "The Bionic Woman" |
| Desiree Leanne Holliday | Character from the novel "Darkness Becomes Her" by Kelly Keaton |
| Desiree McCullough | Character from the TV series "Punky Brewster" |
| Desiree McTavish | Character from the TV series "Days of Our Lives" |
| Desiree Littlejohn | Character from the TV series "Dallas" |
| Desiree Pollack | Character from the TV series "Gilmore Girls" |
| Desiree Sandoval | Character from the TV series "True Blood" |
| Desiree "Desi" Lee | Character from the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Desiree "Desi" Nguyen | Character from the TV series "Hawaii Five-0" |
| Desiree Dupree | Character from the TV series "True Detective" |