Holding steady.
Popularity of Desaree since 1921
Babies named Desaree per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 63 |
| 1980s | 176 |
| 1990s | 250 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 14 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Desaree is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1921. It was most popular in the 1990s, reaching its highest rank in 1995 when it was given to a modest number of girls. Despite its early 20th-century start, the name never broke into the top 1000, and its trajectory has remained stable. Desaree likely originated as a creative respelling or elaboration of the French Desiree, adding a contemporary phonetic twist that appealed to parents in the late 20th century. Its composition reflects a pattern of coined names prevalent in that era, blending familiar sounds into a fresh form.
Desaree is a modern English name that first appeared in the early 20th century, with its earliest recorded use in 1921. It is likely a variant or elaboration of the French-derived name Desiree, meaning 'desired,' or a combination of the prefix 'De-' with the popular suffix '-ree' or '-rea.' The name saw a modest peak in usage during the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Desi, Ree, Des
Sibling names for Desaree
Names that share Desaree's style, for a brother or sister.
