Dessie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEH-see / /ˈdɛsi/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Desired; Hebrew: A form of 'Dessa' meaning 'joyful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dessie is often considered a diminutive of Desmond or a variation of the Hebrew name Dessa. It has been used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. The name carries connotations of joy and desire, reflecting positive attributes.
Trend Summary
The name Dessie has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Des
- Desmond
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dessie was first seen in the United States in 1891. Dessie has ranked as high as #876 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Dessie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dessie (1922)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |