Desarae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Desarae is a modern name likely derived from the French name 'Desiree,' meaning 'desired' or 'wished for,' combined with the suffix '-rae.' It evolved from historical forms such as Desiree and Rae. The name carries a sense of individuality and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a creative choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Desarae"
Pronunciation
/dɛˈzɑːreɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Desarae is a modern name that is likely derived from a combination of the name 'Desiree,' which comes from French, meaning 'desired' or 'wished for,' and the suffix '-rae,' which is a variation of 'Ray' or 'Rae,' often used in feminine names.
Meaning
desired, wished for
Language Evolution
Desiree, Desire, Rae
Historical Usage
Desarae gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Desiree, Desire, Rae, Dessa
Modern Popularity & Image
Desarae is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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✨ Desarae Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 79 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Desarae"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Desarae"
"Desarae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5288th of 19264 | 157 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2138th of 27321 | 911 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3574th of 35406 | 661 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13902nd of 30306 | 65 |
Regional Popularity of "Desarae" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Desarae" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
70.43% 2848th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.49% 2266th/3685 |
74.32% 3326th/4475 |
47.96% 2491st/5194 |
37.06% 2341st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
78.00% 3574th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
47.23% 3454th/7313 |
60.27% 4498th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Desarae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Desarae" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Desarae" in the United States
The name Desarae is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Desarae has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Desarae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5288th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3574th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13902nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Desarae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.