Desira

Meaning of Desira

Desira is a feminine name that traces its roots to the Latin desiderium and the French Désirée, carrying the beautiful meaning “desired one.” Its soft deh-ZY-ruh rhythm feels like a gentle promise—a subtle symphony of hope and intention. Though it only pops up a handful of times a year in U.S. birth records and hovers near the 900s in popularity, that rarity has become its quietly powerful charm—she’s unlikely to share her name with a dozen classmates. Families drawn to names rich in warmth and aspiration often select Desira, imagining their daughter moving through life with both grace and quiet confidence. Like a whispered vow on a summer breeze, Desira inspires a sense of purpose and possibility, perfectly suited to a girl whose dreams are destined to shine a little brighter.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as deh-ZY-ruh (/dɛˈzaɪrə/)

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