Declining since 1998.
Popularity of Destine since 1972
Babies named Destine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 23 | 0 |
| 1980s | 118 | 10 |
| 1990s | 605 | 61 |
| 2000s | 382 | 74 |
| 2010s | 94 | 54 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Destine first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, a modern coinage likely inspired by the word 'destiny'. Its usage grew through the 1990s, peaking in 1998, after which it entered a steady decline. By 2025, it was given to fewer than 5 babies per million, reflecting its rarity. The name follows a pattern of aspirational vocabulary names popularized in that era, though it never broke into the top 1,000. Its unisex appeal keeps it available for any child, but it remains an uncommon choice.
Destine first appeared in U.S. birth records around 1972, likely as a respelling or variant of the word name Destiny. It gained modest use in the 1990s, peaking in 1998, but has since declined. The name's formation reflects a trend of using aspirational vocabulary as given names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Desi, Tina
Sibling names for Destine
Names that share Destine's style, for a brother or sister.
