Dessalines Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-sah-leen / dɛsaˈlinFrench; Haitian Creole
Meaning
French: from the place of Dessalines; Haitian Creole: related to Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a leader of the Haitian Revolution
Historical & Cultural Background
Dessalines is a name associated with Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a key figure in the Haitian Revolution who declared Haiti's independence from France in 1804. He is celebrated as a national hero in Haiti and is known for his role in establishing the first independent black-led republic. The name carries significant cultural weight in Haitian history and identity.
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Famous people named Dessalines
Dessalines is often remembered for his role in abolishing slavery in Haiti.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dessalines was first seen in the United States in 2022. Dessalines has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dessalines has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 |