Dessire
girl nameDessire entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #9237 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#9237
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9531 |
| 1990s | #11570 |
| 2000s | #11749 |
| 2020s | #15293 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dessire are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dessire alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dessire in 2025?
- Dessire is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dessire most popular?
- Dessire peaked in 1982, reaching #9237 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dessire with classmates?
- Dessire will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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