Desire Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Desire is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of French Desiree”.

Desire Name at a Glance

Name Desire
Meaning Variant of French Desiree.
Origin English
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Desire Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Desire means “Variant of French Desiree”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Desire Name Origin

Our database records Desire under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Desire a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Desire is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Desire

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