Desteny Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDES-tuh-nee / /ˈdɛstəni/English; Modern
Meaning
English: fate; destiny
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Desteny is a modern variation of the word 'destiny,' which has roots in the Latin word 'destinare,' meaning 'to determine' or 'to make firm.' It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. The name reflects a contemporary trend of using unique spellings for traditional concepts.
Trend Summary
Desteny has seen a rise in popularity in the United States since the late 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Destiny
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Desteny was first seen in the United States in 1983. Desteny has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Desteny has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Desteny (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 74 |
| 1998 | 65 |
| 1999 | 83 |
| 2000 | 91 |
| 2001 | 80 |
| 2002 | 85 |
| 2003 | 95 |
| 2004 | 89 |
| 2005 | 88 |
| 2006 | 110 |
| 2007 | 91 |
| 2008 | 79 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 66 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |