Desdemona Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Desdemona Name at a Glance

Name	Desdemona
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Othello, Moor of Venice' Wife to Othello.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Desdemona Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Desdemona means “'The Tragedy of Othello, Moor of Venice' Wife to Othello”. 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.

Desdemona Name Origin

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

Is Desdemona a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Desdemona

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