Desiree Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Desiree Name at a Glance

Name	Desiree
Meaning	Desired. The one desired. Famous bearer: Napoleon Bonaparte's mistress.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Desiree Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Desiree means “Desired. The one desired. Famous bearer: Napoleon Bonaparte's mistress”. 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.

Desiree Name Origin

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

Is Desiree a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Desiree

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