Dester
girl nameDester entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3742 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3742
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4274 |
| 1920s | #4851 |
| 1930s | #3742 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dester are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dester alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dester in 2025?
- Dester is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dester most popular?
- Dester peaked in 1935, reaching #3742 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dester with classmates?
- Dester will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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