Desire
boy name#6446 in 2025Desire entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2621 in 1915, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#6446
rank today
#2621
peak (1915)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3175 |
| 1920s | #4322 |
| 2000s | #12367 |
| 2010s | #9655 |
| 2020s | #7009 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Desire has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 100 people named Desire are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Desire is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Desire in 2025?
- Desire ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Desire most popular?
- Desire peaked in 1915, reaching #2621 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Desire with classmates?
- Desire will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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